CF44 0LU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brynglas, 0.3km from Cwmbâch in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Cwmbach ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF44 0LU is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 74 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0LU are sourced from Output Area W00006163 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRYNGLAS, CF44 0LU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRYNGLAS, CF44 0LU.
336
36
£ 35,200 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF44 0LU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 36, CF44 0LU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF44 0LU. The average age is 36.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 115,000
4 sales · Mean £ 110,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CF44 0LU is moderate at 74 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
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Cynon Pharmacy0.9 km
- Pant Farm Stores0.5 km
- Pant Farm Stores0.5 km
- Powerhouse Gym0.9 km
- Siop Gorsaf Betrol Aberdâr0.6 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Lounge Bar0.2 km
- Tirfounder Fields0.6 km
- The Queen Victoria Inn0.2 km
- The Lounge Bar0.2 km
- The Queen Victoria Inn0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Cafe Nix @ Phoenix Dance & Gymnastics0.4 km
- KFC0.6 km
- Cafe Nix @ Phoenix Dance & Gymnastics0.4 km
- Compass0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.6 km
- Farm Foods0.6 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Cwmbach Chippy0.3 km
- Dominos Pizza0.6 km
- Cwmbach Chippy0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Chan's0.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbach0.4 km
- Aberdare2.4 km
- Fernhill2.5 km
Bus Stops
- St Mary Magdalene`s Church0.0 km
- Cefnpennar Road0.2 km
- Queen Victoria0.2 km
- Premier Stores0.2 km
- Bryn Seion0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF440LU · Data under Open Government Licence