Ernest Street is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 0YP 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 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 0YP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 0YN, CF47 0TT, CF47 0YW, CF47 0YR, CF47 0YL, CF47 0UB, CF47 0UA, CF47 0YG, CF47 0TU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 0YP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 47.3% | 47.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 52.7% | 52.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 26.9% | 35.3% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 45% | -12.6% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 10.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 6.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 45.4% | 42% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 32.4% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 19.6% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 23.7% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.2% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 16.5% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 10.4% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 17.7% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 21.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 6.8% | 2.8% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 94.7% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 94% | 94% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 5% | 2.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 94% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Portugal | 3.9% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ernest Street was 117.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.6% higher than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Ernest Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Plymouth and the 59th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-02-03 | £133,418 |
| 3 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2024-05-09 | £162,669 |
| 1 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-03-21 | £144,454 |
| 52 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-09-29 | £106,923 |
| 10 Ernest Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-09-01 | £102,063 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF47 0YP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 445 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 488 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Twynrodyn Community School Gilfach Cynon , Twynrodyn CF47 0LW | - not rated | 639 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 1,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twynyrodyn Community Hub/Grub Hub | The Hall Glasier Road, Twynyrodyn | 290 yd | |
| Frankie & Benny's | Unit 8 Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd | |
| The King Brychan | Unit 6 Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd | |
| Harvester | Unit 11 Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd | |
| Mcdonald's | Unit 10 Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil (Rhydycar) Bowls Limited | Merthyr Tydfil Bowls Club Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd | |
| Merthyr Borough Ex-Servicemen's Club | Merthyr Borough Ex Servicemens Club Lower High Street | 414 yd | |
| Baili Glas Inn | Baili Glas Inn Twynyrodyn Road, Twynyrodyn | 469 yd | |
| Merthyr Labour Club | Labour Club Court Street | 489 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn Windsor Terrace, Twynyrodyn | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 9 Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village | 382 yd | |
| Fountain Fish Bar | 14C Lower High Street | 414 yd | |
| New Jen Chang Takeaway | 15 Lower High Street | 414 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Glove And Shears House Court Street | 489 yd | |
| Twyn Fish Bar | Twyn Fish Bar, Arfryn Terrace Gilfach-cynon, Twynyrodyn | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 210 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 489 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 772 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 776 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 | 98.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.4% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.