Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

FOUNTAIN STREET, CF45 3PA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOUNTAIN STREET, CF45 3PA.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 33,300 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CF45 3PA 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.

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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

CF45 3PA is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF45 3PA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fountain Street, 0.3km from Darranlas in Mountain Ash. Administratively it sits within Mountain Ash ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, CF45 3PA represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £68k, 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 CF45 3PA are sourced from Output Area W00006358 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF45 3PA. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 69,750

2 sales · Mean £ 69,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CF45 3PA has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences98
Public order24
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson20
Vehicle crime14

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Carly's Kitchen0.3 km
  • Central Foods0.2 km
  • Chris Selwyn Family Butcher0.3 km
  • Claire's Creative Corner0.3 km
  • Glenboi’s Community Cwtch1.0 km
  • + 27 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Clwb Gweithwyr Aberpennar0.4 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Aberpennar0.2 km
  • Gwesty Aberdâr0.2 km
  • The Jeffrey Arms0.3 km
  • Mountain Ash Workingmens Club0.4 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Providence Baptist Church0.1 km
  • Sugar Rush0.2 km
  • Cynon Valley Indoor Bowls0.3 km
  • Stardust0.2 km
  • Sugar Rush0.2 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Pinos Cafe and Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Scoffers0.3 km
  • Delicious Chicken0.2 km
  • Tasty Kebab0.3 km
  • Bara Street Food0.8 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mountain Ash0.3 km
  • Fernhill0.9 km
  • Penrhiwceiber1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bruce Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • Bruce Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • Cynon Infants School0.2 km
  • Cynon Infants School0.2 km
  • Mountain Ash Town Hall0.2 km