CF45 3AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Edward Street, 0.3km from Miskin in Mountain Ash. Administratively it sits within Penrhiw-ceibr ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, 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 CF45 3AJ are sourced from Output Area W00006368 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EDWARD STREET, CF45 3AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EDWARD STREET, CF45 3AJ.
231
38
£ 29,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF45 3AJ 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.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CF45 3AJ's 58% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF45 3AJ. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 116,000
8 sales · Mean £ 108,575
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF45 3AJ has low crime rates — 48 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
24 nearby- JAZ Store0.8 km
- Nikesh For U Ltd0.8 km
- Bailey Street Stores0.5 km
- JAZ Store0.8 km
- Vibe Fitness0.5 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Clwb Cymdeithasol Ceiber0.7 km
- Mount Pleasant Hotel0.1 km
- The Bailey's Arms0.5 km
- Penrhiwceiber Constitutional Club0.8 km
- Clwb Cyfansoddiadol Penrhiw-ceibr0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Celtic Catering0.6 km
- The Little Rose Tea Room0.9 km
- The Little Rose Tea Room0.9 km
- Celtic Catering @ Rocialle0.6 km
- Coffee & Cream0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Golden Leaf0.8 km
- Bara Street Food0.5 km
- Clock Fish Bar0.8 km
- The Grill Hut0.5 km
- Clock Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.8 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penrhiwceiber0.6 km
- Mountain Ash1.2 km
- Fernhill2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Park Hotel0.1 km
- Mount Pleasant0.1 km
- Mount Pleasant0.2 km
- Woodfield Terrace0.3 km
- Mission Hall0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CF453AJ · Data under Open Government Licence