Gilfach Cynon is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 0PR 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 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 0PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 0PS, CF47 0PY, CF47 0TN, CF47 0NE, CF47 0PP, CF47 0PU, CF47 0NB, CF47 0PW, CF47 0AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 0PR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 47.2% | 48.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 52.8% | 51.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 24.9% | 35.7% | 10.8% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 41.2% | -13.2% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 9.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 43.4% | 43.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 33.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 16.1% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 CF47 0PR this area, 28.5% 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 28.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.8% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 14.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 16.3% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 21.8% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 99.6% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 91.7% | 95.1% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 91.7% | 95.1% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilfach Cynon was 57.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.5% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gilfach Cynon has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Plymouth and the 71st lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2025-08-11 | £50,258 |
| 150 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2022-12-19 | £80,282 |
| 5 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2022-06-06 | £90,728 |
| 1 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £34,000 | 2018-03-16 | £51,691 |
| 5 Gilfach Cynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £55,500 | 2017-05-02 | £86,402 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twynrodyn Community School Gilfach Cynon , Twynrodyn CF47 0LW | - not rated | 377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 513 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 653 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 665 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 | 178 yd | |
| Twynyrodyn Community Hub/Grub Hub | The Hall Glasier Road, Twynyrodyn | 510 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Limited | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 536 yd | |
| The Hideout | 2 Three Salmon Street | 549 yd | |
| New Crown Inn Public House | The Crown Inn, 28 High Street | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn Windsor Terrace, Twynyrodyn | 178 yd | |
| Baili Glas Inn | Baili Glas Inn Twynyrodyn Road, Twynyrodyn | 267 yd | |
| Merthyr Labour Club | Labour Club Court Street | 363 yd | |
| Merthyr Borough Ex-Servicemen's Club | Merthyr Borough Ex Servicemens Club Lower High Street | 470 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Merthyr Tydfil Conservative Club Masonic Street | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twyn Fish Bar | Twyn Fish Bar, Arfryn Terrace Gilfach-cynon, Twynyrodyn | 99 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Glove And Shears House Court Street | 363 yd | |
| Fountain Fish Bar | 14C Lower High Street | 470 yd | |
| New Jen Chang Takeaway | 15 Lower High Street | 470 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, Ty Penderyn, 26 High Street | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 363 yd | |
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 440 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 536 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 640 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.