Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

CASWELL CLOSE, CF44 9RL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASWELL CLOSE, CF44 9RL.

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Population

390

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 33,600 /yr

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Employed

25%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF44 9RL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 64% of tenure in CF44 9RL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 39-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

CF44 9RL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Caswell Close, 1.0km from Hirwaun in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF44 9RL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £77k, 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 9RL are sourced from Output Area W00009917 (shared with 13 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 9RL. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

25%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 77,000

3 sales · Mean £ 71,316

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

Crime around CF44 9RL is moderate at 64 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 offences69
Anti-social behaviour13
Shoplifting13
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order11

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Hirwaun Stores0.3 km
  • Merthyr Cynon Foodbank0.4 km
  • Merthyr Cynon Foodbank0.4 km
  • Fferyllfa The Co-operative0.3 km
  • Hirwaun Village Stores0.3 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Lamb Inn0.3 km
  • Hirwaun RFC0.4 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Hirwaun0.4 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.3 km
  • The Prince of Wales0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.2 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Family Kebab House0.3 km
  • Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway0.3 km
  • Good Taste0.4 km
  • Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway0.3 km
  • Lucky House Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Mogsybelle by Michelle0.3 km
  • Mogsybelle by Michelle0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aberdare5.4 km
  • Treherbert7.4 km
  • Ynyswen7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Prince of Wales0.2 km
  • Prince of Wales0.2 km
  • Hirwaun Library0.3 km
  • Hirwaun Library0.3 km
  • Ffwrd Terrace0.3 km