Merion Street is in Tonypandy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF40 1QU is located in the Pen-y-graig electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Merion Street, Tonypandy, CF40 1QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF40 1QT, CF40 1QX, CF40 1QS, CF40 1RB, CF40 1QP, CF40 1QR, CF40 1QW, CF40 1QY, CF40 1PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF40 1QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 50.2% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.4% | 49.8% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 35.1% | 38.2% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 35.7% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 12.4% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 10.8% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 36% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 34.7% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 18% | 19.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 7.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around CF40 1QU this area, 33.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47% | 33.7% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13.7% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 13.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 20.1% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 98% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.4% | 37.2% | 25.2% |
| Christian | 26.7% | 46.2% | -19.5% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Merion Street was 134.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.8% higher than the Pen-y-graig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Merion Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pen-y-graig and the 164th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.4%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Merion Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2024-06-14 | £151,407 |
| 16 Merion Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2023-06-07 | £89,480 |
| 10 Merion Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-01-22 | £167,785 |
| 10 Merion Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2018-06-20 | £69,041 |
| 27 Merion Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-12-08 | £91,360 |
CF40 1QU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Educational Centre Grovefield Terrace , Penygraig CF40 1HL | - not rated | 618 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Williamstown Primary School Dinas Isaf West , Williamstown CF40 1AG | - not rated | 702 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Nantgwyn Llewellyn Street , CF40 1HQ | - not rated | 955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Trealaw Primary School Miskin Road , Trealaw CF40 2QW | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School Primrose Street , CF40 1BJ | - not rated | 1,193 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shan's Cafe | Constantine Court | 201 yd | |
| Subzero | Ely Industrial Estate | 415 yd | |
| Valleys Creative | The Old Library, 75-76 Tylacelyn Road | 465 yd | |
| The Caffeine | 73 Tylacelyn Road | 525 yd | |
| Go Bananas Soft Play Ltd | Ffrwd Amos Industrial Estate | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penygraig Labour Club | 11 Penygraig Road | 220 yd | |
| The Glamorgan Hotel | Brook Street | 364 yd | |
| Turberville Arms | Tylacelyn Road | 525 yd | |
| Dunraven Conservative Club | Field Street | 537 yd | |
| Penygraig RFC | Tylacelyn Road | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Fillings and Valley Catering Ltd | 27 Brook Street | 142 yd | |
| Jade Flower | 69 Brook Street | 159 yd | |
| YT's Plaice | London House, Brook Street | 337 yd | |
| Taylors Fish & Chip Bar | 66 Tylacelyn Road | 466 yd | |
| O Yes Kebabs | 50 Tylacelyn Road | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 48 Tylacelyn Road | 524 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 | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.