Merthyr Road is in Pontypridd and in Taff-Ely district. CF37 4DH 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 4DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 4DL, CF37 4DQ, CF37 4LJ, CF37 4DS, CF37 4DN, CF37 4DW, CF37 4LN, CF37 4DP, CF37 4RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 4DH has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 49% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47% | 51% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 32% | 34.9% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 47.3% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 42.8% | 44.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 31.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 17.7% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 5.4% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 28.9% | 21.6% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 8.9% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13.6% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 18.2% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 33.1% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99% | 94% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.8% | 96% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Merthyr Road was 55.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.7% lower than the Cilfynydd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Merthyr Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Cilfynydd and the 336th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2025-03-28 | £145,453 |
| 172 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-06-10 | £171,111 |
| 160 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-03-23 | £201,493 |
| 152 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2022-06-21 | £106,049 |
| 225 Merthyr Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £117,100 | 2022-01-28 | £133,375 |
CF37 4DH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y.G.G. Pont Sion Norton Heol Pont Sion Norton , Pontypridd CF37 4ND | - not rated | 423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trallwng Infants School Bonvilston Road , Trallwn CF37 4RD | - not rated | 485 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedpenmaen County Primary School Coedpenmaen Close , Pontypridd CF37 4LE | - not rated | 618 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedylan Primary School Tyfica Road , Graigwen CF37 2DB | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parclewis Primary School Broadway , CF37 1BE | - not rated | 1,572 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 | 271 yd | |
| Dotty's Place | Central Hotel, Ralph Street | 655 yd | |
| Casa Bianca | 20 Bridge Street | 892 yd | |
| Little Pickers Grazing / Tipsy Owl | 11a Bridge Street | 938 yd | |
| Cruci's | 16 Bridge Street | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | 239 Merthyr Road | 203 yd | |
| Trallwn Workmens Club and Institute Ltd | Coedpenmaen Road | 254 yd | |
| The Central Hotel | Ralph Street | 656 yd | |
| Pontypridd Golf Club | Ty-Gwyn Road | 711 yd | |
| The Bunch Of Grapes | 40 Ynysangharad Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Chinese Restaurant | 239 Merthyr Road | 203 yd | |
| Wing Wah | 1 Bonvilston Road | 563 yd | |
| The Central Fish Bar | 4 Central Square | 655 yd | |
| Filla Pitta | 13A Bridge Street | 954 yd | |
| Saffron | 13 Bridge Street | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Brown Lennox Retail Park, Ynysangharad Road | 885 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 | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.