Merthyr Road is in Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 4DD is located in the Trallwng electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, CF37 4DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 4DY, CF37 4DF, CF37 4LG, CF37 4LF, CF37 4AG, CF37 4AF, CF37 4SA, CF37 4DG, CF37 4DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 4DD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51% | 49.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 28.1% | 30.1% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 43.9% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.9% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 13.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 43% | 46.6% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 31.2% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 7.6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 15% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 5.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 16% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 35.8% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.3% | 96.5% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 95.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.9% | 37.2% | 21.7% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Merthyr Road was 16.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.2% lower than the Cilfynydd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Merthyr Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Cilfynydd and the 80th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-10-29 | £187,317 |
| 69 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £314,995 | 2021-08-31 | £370,302 |
| 83 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-04 | £201,127 |
| 58 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-01-27 | £322,797 |
| 66 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,750 | 2020-09-03 | £429,779 |
CF37 4DD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coedpenmaen County Primary School Coedpenmaen Close , Pontypridd CF37 4LE | - not rated | 165 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trallwng Infants School Bonvilston Road , Trallwn CF37 4RD | - not rated | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedylan Primary School Tyfica Road , Graigwen CF37 2DB | - not rated | 693 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Pont Sion Norton Heol Pont Sion Norton , Pontypridd CF37 4ND | - not rated | 878 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Evan James Ffordd Y Rhondda , Pontypridd CF37 1HQ | - not rated | 1,218 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coed Cafe | Coedpenmaen Community Church, Coedpenmaen Road | 314 yd | |
| Dotty's Place | Central Hotel, Ralph Street | 358 yd | |
| Casa Bianca | 20 Bridge Street | 436 yd | |
| Little Pickers Grazing / Tipsy Owl | 11a Bridge Street | 483 yd | |
| Cruci's | 16 Bridge Street | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Hotel | Ralph Street | 357 yd | |
| The Bunch Of Grapes | 40 Ynysangharad Road | 487 yd | |
| The Llanover Arms | 20 Bridge Street | 534 yd | |
| Malsters Arms | Bridge Street | 534 yd | |
| Trallwn Workmens Club and Institute Ltd | Coedpenmaen Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Fish Bar | 4 Central Square | 358 yd | |
| Wing Wah | 1 Bonvilston Road | 368 yd | |
| Filla Pitta | 13A Bridge Street | 499 yd | |
| Saffron | 13 Bridge Street | 499 yd | |
| Royal Oak Chinese Restaurant | 239 Merthyr Road | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Brown Lennox Retail Park, Ynysangharad Road | 487 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 52-53 Taff Street | 750 yd | |
| Tesco | 103-104 Taff Street | 1,025 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.