Merthyr Road is in Whitchurch, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 1DB is located in the Whitchurch and Tongwynlais electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 1DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 1DH, CF14 1XG, CF14 1DA, CF14 1DG, CF14 1LP, CF14 1DR, CF14 1DJ, CF14 1DD, CF14 1DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF14 1DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.9% | 41.1% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.9% | 42% | 9.1% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 7.8% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 6.4% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.9% | 46.9% | 7.0% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 30.6% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 15.1% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.9% | 20.1% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 6.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.3% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.3% | 42.5% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 87.2% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 93.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 93.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4.3% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 93.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Merthyr Road was 402.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 570.2% higher than the Whitchurch and Tongwynlais average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Merthyr Road has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Whitchurch and Tongwynlais and the 40th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Merthyr Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-30 | £357,216 |
| 45 Merthyr Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2016-03-11 | £317,523 |
| 51 Merthyr Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,101 | 2009-12-23 | £528,605 |
| 31 Merthyr Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2004-07-29 | £577,992 |
| 35 Merthyr Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2000-04-04 | £555,676 |
CF14 1DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF14 1DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch High School Penlline Road , Whitchurch CF14 2XJ | - not rated | 239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Y Deryn School and Student Support Unit Viriamu Jones , Cefn Road CF14 3HS | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiwbeina Primary School Lon Uchaf , Rhiwbeina CF14 6HL | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove CF14 1RR | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf Heol Y Bont , Gogledd Llandaf CF14 2JL | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers Cafe | 43 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 1 yd | |
| Fino Lounge Cafe/Bar | 49 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 29 yd | |
| Coffee#1 | 22 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 53 yd | |
| Against The Grain Coffee House LTD | 44 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 65 yd | |
| Bakery treat boxes | Unit 5 Blandon Way, Whitchurch | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 17 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 68 yd | |
| The Plough | 1 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 110 yd | |
| Maltster's Arms Hotel | 75 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 157 yd | |
| Earl Haig Memorial British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 23 - 25 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 238 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Cardiff Manor Way, Whitchurch | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Empire Take Away | 45 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 4 yd | |
| Fintans Fish and Chips | 33 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 21 yd | |
| Mango Tree | 65 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 113 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 7 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 160 yd | |
| Victoria Fish & Chip | 41 Old Church Road, Whitchurch | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 34 - 38 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 36 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 - 30 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 46 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, 2 - 4 Park Road, Whitchurch | 632 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Cardiff (express) Tyn-y-parc Road, Whitchurch | 657 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 143 Station Road, Llandaff North | 991 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.