CF38 1BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heol Iscoed, 0.2km from Efail Isaf in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Administratively it sits within Llantwit Fardre ward and the Pontypridd constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CF38, CF38 1BP offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £451k, up 2.2% 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 CF38 1BP are sourced from Output Area W00006308 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEOL ISCOED, CF38 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEOL ISCOED, CF38 1BP.
290
52
£ 48,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF38 1BP 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CF38 1BP's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £451k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £451k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 2.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF38 1BP. The average age is 51.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 452,500
5 sales · Mean £ 450,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
CF38 1BP has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Efail Isaf Village Shop0.2 km
- Premier Crown Hill Store and Post Office0.9 km
- Efail Isaf Village Shop0.2 km
- Premier Crown Hill Store and Post Office0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Carpenter's Arms0.3 km
- The Ship Inn0.9 km
- Carpenters Arms0.3 km
- The Ship Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Canolfan Arddio Woodland Walk0.7 km
- Woodland Walk Garden Centre Ltd0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Trefforest Estate2.9 km
- Trefforest4.2 km
- Taffs Well4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Heol Dowlais0.3 km
- Heol Dowlais0.3 km
- Carpenters Arms0.3 km
- Tabernacle0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CF381BP · Data under Open Government Licence