CF72 8AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Station Cottages, 0.1km from Cross Inn in Llantrisant. Administratively it sits within Llantrisant and Talbot Green ward and the Pontypridd constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k. 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 CF72 8AG are sourced from Output Area W00006295 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION COTTAGES, CF72 8AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION COTTAGES, CF72 8AG.
328
42
£ 41,700 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF72 8AG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CF72 8AG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF72 8AG. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF72 8AG has low crime rates — 17 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
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Clwb Rygbi Llantrisant0.9 km
- Llantrisant RFC0.9 km
- Cross Inn Hotel0.1 km
- Llantrisant Workingmens Club0.9 km
- Southgate Park0.7 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- The Gourmet Butcher0.9 km
- The Gourmet Butcher0.9 km
- Asda Living1.0 km
- Poundstretcher1.0 km
- Asda Living1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Castle Cafe0.8 km
- Leisure For Life Cafe0.7 km
- O’Sullivan’s Brasserie0.9 km
- Siop Goffi Butcher's Arms0.9 km
- Butcher's Arms Coffee Shop0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative 0.5 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.5 km
- Aldi1.0 km
- Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Jafran Indian0.8 km
- Jafran Indian0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pontyclun2.4 km
- Llanharan5.3 km
- Trefforest Estate6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Cross Inn0.1 km
- Cross Inn0.1 km
- Summerfield Drive0.2 km
- Cross Inn Garage0.2 km
- Cross Inn Garage0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF728AG · Data under Open Government Licence