CF47 0LH is in Mountain Hare, Merthyr Tydfil and Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 0LH is located in the Town 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 Mountain Hare, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 0LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 0LG, CF47 0LR, CF47 0LF, CF47 0LX, CF47 0LE, CF47 0LD, CF47 0LL, CF47 0LZ, CF47 0SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF47 0LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49% | 48.2% | -0.8% | 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 | 37.2% | 41.8% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 42.9% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.8% | -1.8% | 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 | 53.9% | 54.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 23.6% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -10.0% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.5% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 23.5% | 23.6% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 8.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 10.1% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 32.1% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.3% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
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 | 97.1% | 95.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.2% | 37.2% | 19.0% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF47 0LH was 42.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.5% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF47 0LH has the 13th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Plymouth and the 50th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trebeddau Farm, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Other, an established residential building | £481,500 | 2022-04-08 | £453,437 |
| The Cottage, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2014-10-13 | £369,185 |
| Valley View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2011-06-17 | £376,129 |
| The Cottage, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, a newly built property | £209,000 | 2007-01-12 | £322,631 |
| Hillside View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2006-04-07 | £382,932 |
CF47 0LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 162 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 50 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twynrodyn Community School Gilfach Cynon , Twynrodyn CF47 0LW | - not rated | 416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 848 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 1,218 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 White Horse | White Horse Inn Windsor Terrace, Twynyrodyn | 848 yd | |
| Twynyrodyn Community Hub/Grub Hub | The Hall Glasier Road, Twynyrodyn | 888 yd | |
| Cochin Spice Garden Ltd | The Brunswick, 5 Church Street | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Arms | Farmers Arms, 25 Penheolferthyr, Twynyrodyn | 104 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn Windsor Terrace, Twynyrodyn | 848 yd | |
| Baili Glas Inn | Baili Glas Inn Twynyrodyn Road, Twynyrodyn | 955 yd | |
| Merthyr Labour Club | Labour Club Court Street | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twyn Fish Bar | Twyn Fish Bar, Arfryn Terrace Gilfach-cynon, Twynyrodyn | 614 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Glove And Shears House Court Street | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 1,051 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 | 56.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 56.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 56.3% |
| 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60 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.