Merthyr Road is in Pontypridd and in Taff-Ely district. CF37 4DG 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 4DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 4DU, CF37 4DT, CF37 4RX, CF37 4DQ, CF37 4LL, CF37 4DS, CF37 4DE, CF37 4LN, CF37 4RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 4DG 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-09-25 | £188,554 |
| 119 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-07-01 | £173,585 |
| 113 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-10-13 | £202,953 |
| 121 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-10-25 | £224,003 |
| 111 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2016-08-05 | £199,402 |
CF37 4DG 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trallwng Infants School Bonvilston Road , Trallwn CF37 4RD | - not rated | 258 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedpenmaen County Primary School Coedpenmaen Close , Pontypridd CF37 4LE | - not rated | 341 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 | 702 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedylan Primary School Tyfica Road , Graigwen CF37 2DB | - not rated | 838 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Evan James Ffordd Y Rhondda , Pontypridd CF37 1HQ | - not rated | 1,390 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 | 172 yd | |
| Dotty's Place | Central Hotel, Ralph Street | 417 yd | |
| Casa Bianca | 20 Bridge Street | 607 yd | |
| Little Pickers Grazing / Tipsy Owl | 11a Bridge Street | 653 yd | |
| Cruci's | 16 Bridge Street | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Hotel | Ralph Street | 416 yd | |
| Trallwn Workmens Club and Institute Ltd | Coedpenmaen Road | 429 yd | |
| Royal Oak | 239 Merthyr Road | 459 yd | |
| The Bunch Of Grapes | 40 Ynysangharad Road | 644 yd | |
| The Llanover Arms | 20 Bridge Street | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Wah | 1 Bonvilston Road | 366 yd | |
| The Central Fish Bar | 4 Central Square | 417 yd | |
| Royal Oak Chinese Restaurant | 239 Merthyr Road | 459 yd | |
| Filla Pitta | 13A Bridge Street | 668 yd | |
| Saffron | 13 Bridge Street | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Brown Lennox Retail Park, Ynysangharad Road | 644 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 52-53 Taff Street | 918 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 | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.