CF44 6DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Forge View, 1.1km from Abercwmboi in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberaman ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £291k. 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 6DN are sourced from Output Area W00010305 (shared with 74 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORGE VIEW, CF44 6DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE VIEW, CF44 6DN.
544
37
£ 32,600 /yr
53%
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
No single demographic signal dominates CF44 6DN — age 37, 89% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF44 6DN. The average age is 37.3. 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
Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
Semi-Detached
£ 132,500
1 sales · Mean £ 132,500
Terraced
£ 132,500
1 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF44 6DN has low crime rates — 35 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
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Home Bargains0.3 km
- Powerhouse Gym0.8 km
- What Aberdare Ltd0.8 km
- Home Bargains0.3 km
- Godreaman Discount Foodstore0.3 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Clwb Pêl-droed Aberdâr0.9 km
- Clwb Rygbi Abercwmboi0.3 km
- Aberdare Town FC0.9 km
- The Club @ Aberaman0.8 km
- Cue Snooker Club0.9 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Oriental House0.9 km
- Pizza Choice and BBQ0.3 km
- Webbers at S Bend Ltd0.2 km
- Oriental House0.9 km
- Pizza Choice and BBQ0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Edge Cafe0.9 km
- Jubilee Road Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Jubilee Road Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd0.8 km
- Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbach1.3 km
- Fernhill2.5 km
- Aberdare2.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Boncyff0.2 km
- The Boncyff0.2 km
- Farrell`s0.3 km
- Springhill Villa0.3 km
- Springhill Villa0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF446DN · Data under Open Government Licence