Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

CROSS INN ROAD, CF72 8AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSS INN ROAD, CF72 8AY.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CF72 8AY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 92% 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.

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

CF72 8AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cross Inn Road, 0.5km from Cross Inn in Llantrisant. Administratively it sits within Llantrisant and Talbot Green ward and the Pontypridd constituency.

For families considering a move, CF72 8AY represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% 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 £187k, up 1.0% 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 CF72 8AY are sourced from Output Area W00006297 (shared with 14 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 CF72 8AY. 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

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 149,000

10 sales · Mean £ 157,140

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 185,333

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

CF72 8AY 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.

Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour12
Other theft4
Public order4
Shoplifting4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Clwb Rygbi Llantrisant0.7 km
  • Llantrisant RFC0.7 km
  • Cross Inn Hotel0.5 km
  • Llantrisant Workingmens Club0.5 km
  • Southgate Park0.3 km
  • + 11 more
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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • The Gourmet Butcher0.5 km
  • The Gourmet Butcher0.5 km
  • Argos0.7 km
  • Asda Living0.8 km
  • Boots0.9 km
  • + 17 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Castle Cafe0.4 km
  • Leisure For Life Cafe0.3 km
  • O’Sullivan’s Brasserie0.5 km
  • Siop Goffi Butcher's Arms0.5 km
  • Butcher's Arms Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Co-operative 0.1 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.1 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Marks and Spencer0.9 km
  • Tesco Extra Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Jafran Indian0.4 km
  • Jafran Indian0.4 km
  • Yo! To Go0.8 km
  • Yo! To Go0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pontyclun2.2 km
  • Llanharan4.9 km
  • Trefforest6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Southgate Avenue0.1 km
  • Greenlands Road0.1 km
  • Penny Farthing 0.2 km
  • Penny Farthing 0.2 km
  • Heol Pen y Parc0.2 km