Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

SYCAMORE CLOSE, CF44 8YD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYCAMORE CLOSE, CF44 8YD.

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Population

451

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 37,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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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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10/10
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Area Character

CF44 8YD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 98% 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 8YD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sycamore Close, 0.5km from Trecynon in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, CF44 8YD represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 98% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £153k, 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 8YD are sourced from Output Area W00006097 (shared with 12 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 8YD. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 163,000

6 sales · Mean £ 171,083

Detached

£ 130,000

2 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

CF44 8YD has low crime rates — 14 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.

Violence and sexual offences29
Public order5
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Tatlah Stores0.7 km
  • A & J M Sheppard Ltd0.7 km
  • Crust and Crumbs0.7 km
  • Cwmdare Stores0.8 km
  • KTA General Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • The Beehive Inn0.7 km
  • The White Lion Hotel0.8 km
  • Harlequins Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd0.7 km
  • The Beehive Inn0.7 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Lakeside Cafe0.6 km
  • The Coliseum0.7 km
  • Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.8 km
  • Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.8 km
  • The Coliseum0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Uk Gmbh0.8 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Fai's Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Mama's Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • Golden Star0.9 km
  • The Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • The Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aberdare1.5 km
  • Cwmbach3.9 km
  • Fernhill5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Sycamore Close0.1 km
  • Sycamore Close0.1 km
  • Alder Drive0.2 km
  • Alder Drive0.2 km
  • Cherry Drive0.2 km