Saxon Street is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 8SP 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 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 8SF, CF47 8SR, CF47 8SW, CF47 8SG, CF47 8SE, CF47 8SN, CF47 8SL, CF47 8ST, CF47 8SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF47 8SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 32.7% | 41% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 39.5% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 52.4% | 55.4% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 28.7% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 11.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 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 | 29% | 21.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.2% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.7% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.9% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 29.8% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 97.5% | 92.3% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 92.3% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Saxon Street was 75.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.5% lower than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Saxon Street has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 94th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-12-06 | £155,977 |
| 14 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-10-03 | £150,966 |
| 30 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-03-20 | £113,254 |
| 29 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-11-17 | £130,313 |
| 19 Saxon Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2021-10-08 | £111,262 |
CF47 8SP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 334 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 668 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 738 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 856 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 930 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Griffin | Cambrian House Bethesda Street | 416 yd | |
| Red Spice | 1 Bethesda Street | 448 yd | |
| Murrays Grillhouse | 49, Pontmorlais High Street | 500 yd | |
| The Tiger Inn | Pontmorlais High Street | 530 yd | |
| Taj Restaurant | 20 - 22, Pontmorlais High Street | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Pub, 20 Morgan Street | 184 yd | |
| Grawen Arms | Grawen Arms, The Grawen Brecon Road | 269 yd | |
| Cyfarthfa Arms | Cyfarthfa Arms, 82 - 83, The Grawen Brecon Road | 290 yd | |
| Merthyr West End Bowls Club | West End Bowling Club The Grove | 312 yd | |
| Merthyr Town Football Club | Merthyr Tydfil Football Club Ltd, Penydarren Park Park Terrace | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grawen Takeaway | 19, The Grawen Brecon Road | 269 yd | |
| Chun Fay Takeaway | 7 Brecon Road | 372 yd | |
| Beacons Bees | Bothy Heritage Centre, Cyfarthfa Park Nurseries | 436 yd | |
| Choi Shing | 32, Pontmorlais High Street | 500 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 71 - 72, Pontmorlais High Street | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 856 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 929 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 961 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.