Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

MAIN ROAD, CF72 8AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, CF72 8AZ.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF72 8AZ 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.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF72 8AZ spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. 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 8AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Main Road, 0.2km from Cross Inn in Llantrisant. Administratively it sits within Llantrisant and Talbot Green ward and the Pontypridd constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CF72, CF72 8AZ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £302k. 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 8AZ are sourced from Output Area W00006295 (shared with 21 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 8AZ. 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 / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 228,750

4 sales · Mean £ 236,075

Detached

£ 234,500

2 sales · Mean £ 234,500

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

CF72 8AZ has low crime rates — 14 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 offences9
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Clwb Rygbi Llantrisant0.9 km
  • Llantrisant RFC0.9 km
  • Cross Inn Hotel0.0 km
  • Llantrisant Workingmens Club1.0 km
  • Southgate Park0.7 km
  • + 11 more
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • The Gourmet Butcher1.0 km
  • The Gourmet Butcher1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Castle Cafe0.8 km
  • Leisure For Life Cafe0.7 km
  • O’Sullivan’s Brasserie1.0 km
  • Siop Goffi Butcher's Arms1.0 km
  • Butcher's Arms Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative 0.6 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Jafran Indian0.8 km
  • Jafran Indian0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pontyclun2.5 km
  • Llanharan5.4 km
  • Trefforest Estate6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross Inn0.2 km
  • Cross Inn0.2 km
  • Cross Inn Garage0.3 km
  • Summerfield Drive0.3 km
  • Cross Inn Garage0.3 km