CF45 4EX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bryntirion, 0.3km from Tyntetown in Abercynon. Administratively it sits within Abercynon ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF45 4EX is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 56% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £82k, 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 4EX are sourced from Output Area W00006041 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRYNTIRION, CF45 4EX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRYNTIRION, CF45 4EX.
401
31
£ 33,900 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF45 4EX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 56% social renting, CF45 4EX is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF45 4EX. The average age is 30.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 77,475
2 sales · Mean £ 77,475
Semi-Detached
£ 68,750
8 sales · Mean £ 70,749
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF45 4EX has low crime rates — 34 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Winky's General Store0.2 km
- LD Owen General Stores0.6 km
- Siop/Gorsaf Betrol Arya0.5 km
- Arya Service Station/Shop0.5 km
- Driscoll Brothers Discount Store0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Happy Valley1.0 km
- Happy Valley1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Feel Good Factory0.4 km
- Taffy's Cafe0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penrhiwceiber1.5 km
- Quakers Yard2.0 km
- Abercynon2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Bryntirion0.0 km
- Tynte Hotel0.1 km
- Tynte Hotel0.1 km
- Bryntirion0.2 km
- Pentwyn Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF454EX · Data under Open Government Licence