CF44 8LU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hirwaun Road, 0.1km from Trecynon in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £93k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CF44 8LU are sourced from Output Area W00006078 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIRWAUN ROAD, CF44 8LU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIRWAUN ROAD, CF44 8LU.
338
40
£ 36,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF44 8LU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 40, CF44 8LU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £93k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF44 8LU. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 72,000
9 sales · Mean £ 68,055
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF44 8LU has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Tatlah Stores0.1 km
- A & J M Sheppard Ltd0.1 km
- Crust and Crumbs0.1 km
- KTA General Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Tatlah Stores0.1 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- The Beehive Inn0.5 km
- The White Lion Hotel0.6 km
- Harlequins Bowling Club0.3 km
- Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd0.1 km
- The Beehive Inn0.5 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Chartwells0.7 km
- Lakeside Cafe0.5 km
- The Coliseum0.1 km
- Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.5 km
- Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.5 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Lidl0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Fai's Fish Bar0.2 km
- Mama's Fish and Chips0.1 km
- Golden Star0.7 km
- Golden Star0.7 km
- The Indian Takeaway0.6 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Aberdare1.2 km
- Cwmbach3.7 km
- Fernhill5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cross Inn0.1 km
- Cross Inn Q0.1 km
- Cross Inn0.1 km
- Cross Inn0.1 km
- Bryn Seion0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CF448LU · Data under Open Government Licence