Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

MAES Y FFION, CF44 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAES Y FFION, CF44 0AQ.

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Population

449

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF44 0AQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CF44 0AQ's 68% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 26.1% year-on-year.

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

CF44 0AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maes Y Ffion, 0.6km from Llwydcoed in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, CF44 0AQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £264k, up 26.1% 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 CF44 0AQ are sourced from Output Area W00006103 (shared with 13 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 CF44 0AQ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 251,000

20 sales · Mean £ 250,600

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

CF44 0AQ has low crime rates — 20 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 behaviour4
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Red Cow Inn1.0 km
  • Red Cow Inn1.0 km
  • Harlequins Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd0.8 km
  • Welsh Harp/Cross Inn0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Family Shopper0.3 km
  • Tatlah Stores0.6 km
  • A & J M Sheppard Ltd0.7 km
  • Crust and Crumbs0.6 km
  • KTA General Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Coed Box0.3 km
  • Ali Baba0.5 km
  • Coed Box0.3 km
  • Fai's Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Mama's Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • The Coliseum0.8 km
  • Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.5 km
  • Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.5 km
  • The Coliseum0.8 km
  • Bwyty Bach Catrin0.8 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aberdare1.7 km
  • Cwmbach4.2 km
  • Merthyr Tydfil5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Shop Houses0.1 km
  • Shop Houses0.1 km
  • Arthurs Place0.2 km
  • Bryn Moreia0.2 km
  • Bryn Moreia0.2 km