Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

CF38 1AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF38 1AW.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 48,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF38 1AW 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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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CF38 1AW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 95% 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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CF38 1AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Efail Isaf in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Administratively it sits within Llantwit Fardre ward and the Pontypridd constituency.

For families considering a move, CF38 1AW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 CF38 1AW are sourced from Output Area W00006315 (shared with 5 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 CF38 1AW. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

49%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.

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Efail Isaf Village Shop0.7 km
  • Efail Isaf Village Shop0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Carpenter's Arms0.6 km
  • Carpenters Arms0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Trefforest Estate2.1 km
  • Trefforest3.7 km
  • Taffs Well3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Nant Celyn0.2 km
  • Nant Celyn0.2 km
  • Tabernacle0.4 km