Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

HAFOD WEN, CF44 8PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAFOD WEN, CF44 8PJ.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 37,200 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

CF44 8PJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 97% 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.

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

CF44 8PJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hafod Wen, 0.2km from Cwmdare in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, CF44 8PJ represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% 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. 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 8PJ are sourced from Output Area W00006096 (shared with 8 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 8PJ. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

CF44 8PJ 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.

Violence and sexual offences79
Anti-social behaviour21
Public order19
Criminal damage and arson9
Drugs8

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • A & J M Sheppard Ltd1.0 km
  • Cwmdare Stores0.2 km
  • KTA General Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • Cwmdare Traders Limited0.2 km
  • KTA General Store0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.8 km
  • Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.8 km
  • Burger Xpress Ltd0.7 km
  • Canolfan Arddio Maesnewydd0.8 km
  • Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Fai's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Mama's Fish and Chips1.0 km
  • Mama's Fish and Chips1.0 km
  • Fai's Fish Bar0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Llwyncelyn Inn0.7 km
  • Llwyncelyn Inn0.7 km
  • Clwb Cymdeithasol a Lles Glowyr Cwmdâr0.2 km
  • The Tonglwyd Fawr Inn0.3 km
  • Cwmdare Miners Social & Welfare Club0.2 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aberdare2.1 km
  • Cwmbach4.5 km
  • Fernhill6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Maesmelyn0.1 km
  • Maesmelyn0.1 km
  • Pen-y-fro0.1 km
  • Pen-y-fro0.1 km
  • Cwmdare Primary School0.2 km