Rhiwfer is in Nelson, Treharris and in Caerphilly district. CF46 6HW 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 Rhiwfer, Nelson, Treharris, CF46 6HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF46 6HL, CF46 6HN, CF46 6HB, CF46 6HQ, CF46 6JG, CF46 6HF, CF46 6JF, CF46 6LE, CF46 6JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF46 6HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.2% | 51.2% | -6.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 42.8% | 48.8% | 6.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 32.9% | 36.8% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 44.6% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 8.9% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 46.3% | 42.5% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 35.7% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.4% | 21.3% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.7% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 32.2% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 97.9% | 98.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhiwfer was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.8% lower than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rhiwfer has the 10th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Nelson and the 70th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rhiwfer, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-09-18 | £125,039 |
| 3 Rhiwfer, Treharris, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-05-27 | £174,231 |
| 5 Rhiwfer, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2017-08-23 | £166,517 |
| 3 Rhiwfer, Treharris, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2017-08-11 | £79,834 |
| 1 Rhiwfer, Treharris, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2017-07-24 | £127,294 |
CF46 6HW 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfabon Infants School Bryncelyn Avenue , Nelson CF46 6HL | - not rated | 440 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancaeach Junior School Commercial Street , Nelson CF46 6NF | - not rated | 885 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trelewis Primary School Trelewis , Treharris CF46 6AH | - not rated | 2,127 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 2,624 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Kitchen | Nelson Community Centre, Bryncelyn | 38 yd | |
| Railway Inn | Railway Inn, Llanfabon Road | 446 yd | |
| The Brunch Barn | Dynevor Terrace | 639 yd | |
| The Sunflower Cakery | Unit A, 13 Commercial Street | 647 yd | |
| Cafe Nelson | Cafe Nelson, 12 Commercial Street | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hollybush | Hollybush Inn, Llwyncelyn Terrace | 195 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, Shingrig Road | 651 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Inn | The Lord Nelson Inn, 4 Commercial Street | 674 yd | |
| Dynevor Arms | Dynevor Arms Hotel, Commercial Street | 729 yd | |
| Jacabbs Club | Jacabbs Club, Wern Crescent | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Londis | Mafon Road | 337 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dynevor House, Dynevor Terrace | 638 yd | |
| The New Nelson Kebab House | 11 Commercial Street | 653 yd | |
| Webbers Fish Bar | Shop Unit, 17 Commercial Street | 655 yd | |
| Simla Tandoori | Simla Tandoori, 31 Commercial Street | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-operrative, Mabon Road | 337 yd | |
| Co-operative | 8-10 Commercial Street | 729 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.