Nant Melyn Terrace is in Tonyrefail, Porth and in Taff-Ely district. CF39 8BA is located in the Tonyrefail East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nant Melyn Terrace, Tonyrefail, Porth, CF39 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 8BB, CF39 8BU, CF39 8BD, CF39 8BT, CF39 8BJ, CF39 8AY, CF39 8BS, CF39 8PX, CF39 8AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF39 8BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.1% | 49.2% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.9% | 50.8% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 29.7% | 33.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 48.5% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 7.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 54.4% | 48.2% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 31.3% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 13% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 20.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 12.6% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 15.6% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 21.8% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nant Melyn Terrace was 59.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.4% lower than the Tonyrefail East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nant Melyn Terrace has the 9th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Tonyrefail East and the 360th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.8 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. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Nant Melyn Terrace, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-06-09 | £163,059 |
| 24 Nant Melyn Terrace, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-04-17 | £159,210 |
| 32 Nant Melyn Terrace, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-06-20 | £119,259 |
| 37 Nant Melyn Terrace, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-10-18 | £184,134 |
| 24 Nant Melyn Terrace, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-09-01 | £143,658 |
CF39 8BA 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 51 |
| Construction | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmlai Primary School Penygarreg Road , Tonyrefail CF39 8AS | - not rated | 507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School The Avenue , Tonyrefail CF39 8PS | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Tonyrefail School Street , Tonyrefail CF39 8LE | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonyrefail Community School Gilfach Road , CF39 8HG | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Llanharan Primary School Llwyn Brain Terrace , Llanharan CF72 9PW | - not rated | 3,780 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 Ely Constitutional Club | Nant Melyn Terrace | 6 yd | |
| Thomastown Social Club & Institute | Francis Street | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cymru Pizza | Francis Street | 1,070 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 | 95.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.