CF44 8EW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wellington Street, 0.6km from Trecynon in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, CF44 8EW represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a mining and quarrying facilities character: industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 72% 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: With prices averaging £61k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 154.5% 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 8EW are sourced from Output Area W00006085 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELLINGTON STREET, CF44 8EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON STREET, CF44 8EW.
311
50
£ 36,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF44 8EW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 50, CF44 8EW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £61k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 154.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF44 8EW. The average age is 49.8. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 59,250
11 sales · Mean £ 72,681
Semi-Detached
£ 82,000
1 sales · Mean £ 82,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF44 8EW has low crime rates — 37 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Tatlah Stores0.5 km
- A & J M Sheppard Ltd0.5 km
- Crust and Crumbs0.5 km
- KTA General Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Tatlah Stores0.5 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
26 nearby- The Beehive Inn0.6 km
- The White Lion Hotel0.6 km
- Harlequins Bowling Club0.2 km
- Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd0.3 km
- The Beehive Inn0.6 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Chartwells0.3 km
- Lakeside Cafe0.6 km
- The Coliseum0.3 km
- Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.8 km
- Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.8 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Lidl0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Fai's Fish Bar0.6 km
- Mama's Fish and Chips0.5 km
- King's Flavour1.0 km
- Golden Star0.7 km
- King's Flavour1.0 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ty Andrew Guest House0.9 km
- Ty Andrew Guest House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Aberdare1.0 km
- Cwmbach3.4 km
- Fernhill5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Wellington Street0.2 km
- Comin Infants` School0.4 km
- Comin Infants` School0.4 km
- Clive Street0.5 km
- Clive Street0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CF448EW · Data under Open Government Licence