Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

HIGH STREET, CF72 8BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, CF72 8BQ.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF72 8BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CF72 8BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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

CF72 8BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.4km from Llantrisant in Llantrisant. Administratively it sits within Llantrisant and Talbot Green ward and the Pontypridd constituency.

For families considering a move, CF72 8BQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% 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 £190k. 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 8BQ are sourced from Output Area W00006290 (shared with 22 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 8BQ. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 190,000

5 sales · Mean £ 198,000

Flat

£ 75,500

2 sales · Mean £ 75,500

Detached

£ 470,000

1 sales · Mean £ 470,000

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

1 sales · Mean £ 185,000

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

CF72 8BQ 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Clwb Rygbi Llantrisant0.5 km
  • Llantrisant RFC0.5 km
  • Clwb Golff Llantrisant a Phont-y-clun0.8 km
  • Cross Inn Hotel0.8 km
  • Llantrisant Workingmens Club0.2 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Filco Foods0.8 km
  • The Gourmet Butcher0.2 km
  • Filco Foods0.8 km
  • The Gourmet Butcher0.2 km
  • Argos0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Bradleys Coffee0.8 km
  • Castle Cafe0.1 km
  • Leisure For Life Cafe0.3 km
  • O’Sullivan’s Brasserie0.2 km
  • Siop Goffi Butcher's Arms0.2 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Co-operative 0.3 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.3 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Marks and Spencer0.8 km
  • Tesco Extra Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Jafran Indian0.1 km
  • Jafran Indian0.1 km
  • Jade Garden0.9 km
  • Spice Plus0.9 km
  • Yo! To Go0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pontyclun2.2 km
  • Llanharan4.7 km
  • Trefforest6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Wheatsheaf0.0 km
  • Wheatsheaf0.0 km
  • Southgate0.1 km
  • Southgate0.1 km
  • Post Office0.2 km