Woodland Terrace is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 0NL 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 Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 0NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 0NH, CF47 0NN, CF47 0NR, CF47 0LU, CF47 0ET, CF47 0LY, CF47 0NA, CF47 0NG, CF47 0NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 0NL is primarily male, with 54.9% of the population 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 | 49.5% | 45.1% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -5.9% |
| Male | 50.5% | 54.9% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 5.9% |
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 CF47 0NL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 35.7% | 45% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 36.3% | -14.3% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 43.1% | 52.3% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 32% | 25.5% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 13.4% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 21.2% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 9.5% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 12.4% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 25.3% | 11.6% | 16.9% | 8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 22.4% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 98.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98% 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% | 98% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 9.8% | -9.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Terrace was 41.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Woodland Terrace has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Plymouth and the 44th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2025-01-31 | £152,543 |
| 21 Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2024-02-29 | £83,730 |
| 23 Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-04-19 | £127,356 |
| 26 Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-04-19 | £142,782 |
| Woodland Garage Woodland Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Other, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2021-06-08 | £20,558 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF47 0NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 374 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 386 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Twynrodyn Community School Gilfach Cynon , Twynrodyn CF47 0LW | - not rated | 508 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 640 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 666 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 | 283 yd | |
| Cochin Spice Garden Ltd | The Brunswick, 5 Church Street | 426 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Limited | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 473 yd | |
| G&M Viazzani, Station Cafe | 1 John Street | 535 yd | |
| Redhouse Cafe | Old Town Hall High Street | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn Windsor Terrace, Twynyrodyn | 283 yd | |
| Baili Glas Inn | Baili Glas Inn Twynyrodyn Road, Twynyrodyn | 385 yd | |
| Merthyr Labour Club | Labour Club Court Street | 466 yd | |
| Scala Pool And Snooker Club Ltd | 5 John Street | 489 yd | |
| The Scala Venue | Scala Snooker Club John Street | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twyn Fish Bar | Twyn Fish Bar, Arfryn Terrace Gilfach-cynon, Twynyrodyn | 311 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Glove And Shears House Court Street | 466 yd | |
| Chickenland | 105 High Street | 604 yd | |
| Walts | 116 High Street | 611 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, Ty Penderyn, 26 High Street | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 466 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 473 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 633 yd | |
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 672 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 30.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.36 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.64 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.