CF45 3BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Thomas Street, 0.2km from Miskin in Mountain Ash. Administratively it sits within Penrhiw-ceibr ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, CF45 3BU represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £87k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 27.7% year-on-year. 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 CF45 3BU are sourced from Output Area W00006368 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THOMAS STREET, CF45 3BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THOMAS STREET, CF45 3BU.
231
38
£ 29,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF45 3BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF45 3BU is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 27.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF45 3BU. The average age is 37.7. 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
£ 87,000
19 sales · Mean £ 93,155
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CF45 3BU is moderate at 59 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
34 nearby- JAZ Store0.9 km
- Nikesh For U Ltd0.9 km
- Bailey Street Stores0.4 km
- Carly's Kitchen0.9 km
- JAZ Store0.9 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Clwb Cymdeithasol Ceiber0.8 km
- Mount Pleasant Hotel0.2 km
- The Bailey's Arms0.5 km
- Penrhiwceiber Constitutional Club0.9 km
- Clwb Cyfansoddiadol Penrhiw-ceibr0.9 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Celtic Catering0.7 km
- Kalan0.9 km
- The Little Rose Tea Room0.9 km
- The Little Rose Tea Room0.9 km
- Celtic Catering @ Rocialle0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Golden Leaf0.9 km
- Bara Street Food0.5 km
- Clock Fish Bar0.9 km
- The Grill Hut0.5 km
- Clock Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative0.9 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.9 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penrhiwceiber0.7 km
- Mountain Ash1.1 km
- Fernhill2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Pleasant0.2 km
- Park Hotel0.2 km
- Mount Pleasant0.2 km
- Mission Hall0.3 km
- Mission Hall0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF453BU · Data under Open Government Licence