Penlan View is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 8NX is located in the Cyfarthfa 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 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 8NJ, CF48 1AG, CF48 1AL, CF48 1AH, CF48 1AD, CF48 1AB, CF48 1AF, CF48 1AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 8NX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 51.9% | 47.1% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 48.1% | 52.9% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 46% | 35.9% | -10.1% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 39.2% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 14.4% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 52.5% | 38.2% | -14.3% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 31.7% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 18.3% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 8.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 8NX this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 30.5% | 3.5% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 14.6% | 3.7% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 14.6% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 10.6% | -2.3% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 23.2% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96% | 95.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 3.2% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penlan View was 124.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.0% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penlan View has the 18th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 52nd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-06-13 | £152,329 |
| 66 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-07-06 | £160,126 |
| 76 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2022-09-30 | £114,691 |
| 77 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £134,995 | 2019-04-05 | £188,181 |
| 66 Penlan View, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £110,500 | 2019-01-25 | £158,813 |
CF47 8NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 45 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Education | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 655 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 670 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolgerrig Community School Heolgerrig Road , Heolgerrig CF48 1SB | - not rated | 1,311 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 1,321 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usw Services Ltd (main Canteen) | Merthyr Tydfil College College Boulevard | 422 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 6 - 7 New Market Walk | 539 yd | |
| Peri peri chicken | Unit 1, 16 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 553 yd | |
| Elior Catering T-Mobile | Everything Everywhere Ltd | 558 yd | |
| Cosy Corner Cafe | Units 14 To 15 And 15a, St Tydfil Market, 1 - 7 River Walk | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Of Requests | Court Of Requests Inn, 9 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 536 yd | |
| Kooler Nightclub | Kirkhouse Memorial Hall Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 536 yd | |
| Lucky Leprechaun Ltd T/A The Celtic Bar | Three Horse Shoes Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 536 yd | |
| The Welsh Bar | 143 High Street | 609 yd | |
| VNU | 5 Glebeland Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truffles | Unit 2, Picton House Swan Street | 574 yd | |
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 593 yd | |
| Crosswoods Ltd | 4 Victoria Street | 604 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, Ty Penderyn, 26 High Street | 609 yd | |
| Wrap N Roll | 8 - 9 Glebeland Street | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 594 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 770 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 797 yd | |
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 876 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 901 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 | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.