The Avenue is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 8AJ is located in the Park 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 The Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 8YS, CF47 9AG, CF47 8YY, CF47 8YU, CF47 8BJ, CF47 8EJ, CF47 8YR, CF47 9AE, CF47 8BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 8AJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 55.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 45.1% | 44.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 36.8% | 40.2% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 40.9% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 47.8% | 49.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 29.4% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 14.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.1% | 18.4% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.8% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 19.1% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 33.9% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.2% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Avenue was 44.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.0% lower than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Avenue has the 13th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 54th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale The Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2014-01-31 | £445,640 |
| Hillcroft The Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2005-08-26 | £317,004 |
| Hillcroft The Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 1996-08-16 | £385,000 |
CF47 8AJ 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 283 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 560 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 561 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 611 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 683 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays Grillhouse | 49, Pontmorlais High Street | 572 yd | |
| Rachel's Café | Street Record Trevethick Street | 581 yd | |
| The Daleon Fitness Cafe | Unit 2, Penyard | 614 yd | |
| Giddy Kiddys | Unit 1, Penyard | 614 yd | |
| The Tiger Inn | Pontmorlais High Street | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merthyr West End Bowls Club | West End Bowling Club The Grove | 146 yd | |
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 213 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Pub, 20 Morgan Street | 576 yd | |
| Merthyr Town Football Club | Merthyr Tydfil Football Club Ltd, Penydarren Park Park Terrace | 595 yd | |
| Grawen Arms | Grawen Arms, The Grawen Brecon Road | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Pizza | 19, Park Place Penydarren Road | 433 yd | |
| Hong Shan Takeaway | 8, Park Place Penydarren Road | 473 yd | |
| Choi Shing | 32, Pontmorlais High Street | 572 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 71 - 72, Pontmorlais High Street | 572 yd | |
| King Kebab | 56, Pontmorlais High Street | 574 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.