CF44 0BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heol Y Dail, 1.0km from Cwmbâch in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Cwmbach ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, CF44 0BU represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, up 19.5% 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 0BU are sourced from Output Area W00010304 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEOL Y DAIL, CF44 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEOL Y DAIL, CF44 0BU.
308
33
£ 35,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
CF44 0BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 94% 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. Property prices are trending up 19.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF44 0BU. The average age is 33.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
2 sales · Mean £ 210,000
Terraced
£ 174,975
4 sales · Mean £ 172,487
Detached
£ 215,500
7 sales · Mean £ 234,677
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF44 0BU has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Clwb Golff Aberpennar1.0 km
- Mountain Ash Golf Club1.0 km
- The Queen Victoria Inn0.7 km
- The Lounge Bar0.8 km
- The Queen Victoria Inn0.7 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Londis0.4 km
- Merthyr Cynon Foodbank0.6 km
- Siop Gyfleustra Cwmbach0.5 km
- What Aberdare Ltd0.7 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Cafe Nix @ Phoenix Dance & Gymnastics0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd0.7 km
- Fergie's Caff0.4 km
- KFC0.8 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Farm Foods0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Farm Foods0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chan's0.5 km
- Chan's0.5 km
- Cwmbach Chippy0.4 km
- Dominos Pizza0.8 km
- Cwmbach Chippy0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbach0.4 km
- Fernhill1.8 km
- Mountain Ash2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cwmbach Terminus0.1 km
- Cwmbach Rail Station0.4 km
- Brynawelon0.4 km
- Brodeg Bottom0.4 km
- Cwmbach Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CF440BU · Data under Open Government Licence