Ffos Close is in Nelson, Treharris and in Caerphilly district. CF46 6EL is located in the Nelson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ffos Close, Nelson, Treharris, CF46 6EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF46 6EH, CF46 6DY, CF46 6EB, CF46 6EN, CF46 6EA, CF46 6LW, CF46 6ED, CF46 6EW, CF46 6LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF46 6EL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 48.6% | 47.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 20.9% | 34.2% | 13.3% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 46.3% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9% | 8.7% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 43.6% | 45.6% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.9% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 15.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 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.
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 23.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 17.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 22.6% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.3% | 37.2% | 20.1% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ffos Close was 64.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% lower than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ffos Close has the 17th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Nelson and the 251st lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Ffos Close, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-04-29 | £171,334 |
| 16 Ffos Close, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-02-28 | £253,358 |
| 24 Ffos Close, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2020-02-03 | £256,254 |
| 9 Ffos Close, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2017-04-28 | £245,144 |
| 7 Ffos Close, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2016-09-01 | £201,956 |
CF46 6EL 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.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfabon Infants School Bryncelyn Avenue , Nelson CF46 6HL | - not rated | 625 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancaeach Junior School Commercial Street , Nelson CF46 6NF | - not rated | 639 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trelewis Primary School Trelewis , Treharris CF46 6AH | - not rated | 1,742 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 2,404 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,803 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sunflower Cakery | Unit A, 13 Commercial Street | 365 yd | |
| Cafe Nelson | Cafe Nelson, 12 Commercial Street | 449 yd | |
| The Brunch Barn | Dynevor Terrace | 583 yd | |
| Community Kitchen | Nelson Community Centre, Bryncelyn | 723 yd | |
| Llancaiach Fawr Visitors Centre | Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Gelligaer Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, Shingrig Road | 242 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Inn | The Lord Nelson Inn, 4 Commercial Street | 352 yd | |
| Jacabbs Club | Jacabbs Club, Wern Crescent | 407 yd | |
| Dynevor Arms | Dynevor Arms Hotel, Commercial Street | 501 yd | |
| Tylers Arms | Tylers Arms, Heol Fawr | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Nelson Kebab House | 11 Commercial Street | 351 yd | |
| Webbers Fish Bar | Shop Unit, 17 Commercial Street | 376 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | 18 Commercial Street | 501 yd | |
| Simla Tandoori | Simla Tandoori, 31 Commercial Street | 507 yd | |
| Ringside Grill Ltd | 37, 33-39 Commercial Street | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 8-10 Commercial Street | 501 yd | |
| Co-op | Co-operrative, Mabon Road | 920 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 | 36 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.