Bethesda Street is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 8LL 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 Bethesda Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 8PT, CF47 8LH, CF48 1BD, CF47 8PS, CF47 8LG, CF48 1DE, CF48 1DD, CF48 1BN, CF47 8PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 8LL is primarily male, with 54% 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 | 44.9% | 46% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 55.1% | 54% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 8LL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.7% 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 | 46.8% | 57.7% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 19.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.8% | 23% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -21.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 10.9% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 2.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 36% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 33.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 21.3% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 8.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 8LL this area, 32.8% 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 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 32.8% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 14.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 15% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 15% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 14.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 9.7% | 4% | -5.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 82.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 82.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| European Union | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.7% | 81.7% | 1.0% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 8% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.8% | 5.9% | -3.9% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.1% | 76.7% | -20.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 29.5% | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bethesda Street was 230.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.9% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bethesda Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 17th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 122.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bethesda Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2006-04-18 | £158,168 |
| 1 Bethesda Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1998-05-28 | £238,500 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 493 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 932 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 982 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,098 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Spice | 1 Bethesda Street | 50 yd | |
| The Griffin | Cambrian House Bethesda Street | 194 yd | |
| Peri peri chicken | Unit 1, 16 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 199 yd | |
| Usw Services Ltd (main Canteen) | Merthyr Tydfil College College Boulevard | 370 yd | |
| Busy Bee Fish Bar | 10 Wheatsheaf Lane | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Of Requests | Court Of Requests Inn, 9 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 188 yd | |
| Kooler Nightclub | Kirkhouse Memorial Hall Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 188 yd | |
| Lucky Leprechaun Ltd T/A The Celtic Bar | Three Horse Shoes Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 188 yd | |
| The Taffy | Bethesda Brasserie Bethesda Street | 319 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Pub, 20 Morgan Street | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 210 yd | |
| Chun Fay Takeaway | 7 Brecon Road | 309 yd | |
| Grawen Takeaway | 19, The Grawen Brecon Road | 417 yd | |
| Wrap N Roll | 8 - 9 Glebeland Street | 499 yd | |
| Glebeland fish bar | 54 Glebeland Street | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 576 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 647 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 704 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 951 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.