Brecon Road is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 8NL 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 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 8NN, CF47 8PU, CF47 8NW, CF47 8RY, CF47 8SA, CF47 8PS, CF47 8SE, CF47 8NP, CF47 8TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 8NL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 46.4% | 49.2% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 53.6% | 50.8% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 8NL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% 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 | 42.1% | 49.1% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.9% | 21% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -23.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 21.1% | 19.2% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 7.2% | -7.4% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 (62.1%) 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 | 27.8% | 31.3% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -17.1% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 30.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 26.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 13.5% |
| Bad health | 14.4% | 7.7% | -6.7% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 5.7% | 4.1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 8NL this area, 42.1% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55.6% | 42.1% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 23.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 10.4% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 14% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 11% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 14% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 97.4% | 92.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 92.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.6% | 76.7% | -20.1% |
| Poland | 6.1% | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brecon Road was 275.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 130.5% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brecon Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 15th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-09-01 | £102,333 |
| 21 - 22 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Other, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2023-04-05 | £9,065 |
| 51 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2023-01-27 | £95,841 |
| 34 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-02-04 | £125,414 |
| 49 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-12-20 | £105,223 |
CF47 8NL area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 342 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 861 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 929 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 947 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 993 yd | Welsh establishment | 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 | 218 yd | |
| The Griffin | Cambrian House Bethesda Street | 219 yd | |
| Peri peri chicken | Unit 1, 16 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 426 yd | |
| Taj Restaurant | 20 - 22, Pontmorlais High Street | 479 yd | |
| The Tiger Inn | Pontmorlais High Street | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Pub, 20 Morgan Street | 187 yd | |
| Grawen Arms | Grawen Arms, The Grawen Brecon Road | 251 yd | |
| Cyfarthfa Arms | Cyfarthfa Arms, 82 - 83, The Grawen Brecon Road | 273 yd | |
| The Taffy | Bethesda Brasserie Bethesda Street | 318 yd | |
| Merthyr Town Football Club | Merthyr Tydfil Football Club Ltd, Penydarren Park Park Terrace | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chun Fay Takeaway | 7 Brecon Road | 237 yd | |
| Grawen Takeaway | 19, The Grawen Brecon Road | 251 yd | |
| Beacons Bees | Bothy Heritage Centre, Cyfarthfa Park Nurseries | 447 yd | |
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 452 yd | |
| Golden Valley Takeaway | 17, Pontmorlais High Street | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 699 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 788 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 790 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 1,067 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.