Maesycoed is in Trelewis, Treharris and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF46 6DG is located in the Bedlinog and Trelewis electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maesycoed, Trelewis, Treharris, CF46 6DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF46 6DF, CF46 6DB, CF46 6DE, CF46 6DW, CF46 6DN, CF46 6DD, CF46 6EG, CF46 6DH, CF46 6DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF46 6DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.9% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.1% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF46 6DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 44% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.7% | 27.5% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -16.7% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 3.5% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 17% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (63.7%) 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 | 36.2% | 32.4% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 31.3% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 18.7% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 13.7% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 9.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 CF46 6DG this area, 44.5% 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.8% | 44.5% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 26.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 11% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 10.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 9% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 22% | 15.1% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.9% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 99.1% | 97.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.7% | 76.7% | -15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 35.2% | 13.5% | 21.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.1% | 37.2% | 25.9% |
| Christian | 28.9% | 46.2% | -17.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maesycoed was 88.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.3% higher than the Bedlinog and Trelewis average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maesycoed has the 19th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Bedlinog and Trelewis and the 83rd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% 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 Maesycoed, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2025-03-17 | £129,935 |
| 17 Maesycoed, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-01-07 | £161,093 |
| 10 Maesycoed, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-04-20 | £94,466 |
| 3 Maesycoed, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £48,500 | 2016-04-29 | £67,577 |
| 3 Maesycoed, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £41,500 | 2012-07-04 | £58,532 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trelewis Primary School Trelewis , Treharris CF46 6AH | - not rated | 794 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfabon Infants School Bryncelyn Avenue , Nelson CF46 6HL | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancaeach Junior School Commercial Street , Nelson CF46 6NF | - not rated | 1,570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 2,364 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llancaiach Fawr Visitors Centre | Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Gelligaer Road | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ffaldcaiach Inn | Ffaldcaiach Inn, Ffaldcaiach High Street, Trelewis | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joes Fish Shop | Brooke House Gelligaer Road, Trelewis | 129 yd | |
| Golden Bridge | 26 High Street, Trelewis | 916 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 | 95.0% |
| 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 | 5.0% |
| Median download speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.