Birch Grove is in Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9BD is located in the Gurnos 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 Birch Grove, Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9BE, CF47 9BB, CF47 9SH, CF47 9BG, CF47 9BS, CF47 9BP, CF47 9SG, CF47 9SF, CF47 9BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 9BD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 61.5% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 61.5% | 8.0% | 51.0% | 10.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 38.5% | -8.0% | 49.0% | -10.5% |
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 | 35.8% | 42% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 48% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 4.7% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 53.6% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 27% | 27.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 10.3% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 6.7% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 22.9% | -18.8% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 7.2% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.8% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 9.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.8% | 44.4% | 38.6% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 10% | 1.3% | -8.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 23.6% | 22.3% | 3.1% | 20.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.5% | 74.4% | -23.1% | 81.4% | -7.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 72.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 72.8% | -22.2% | 83.2% | -10.4% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 25.1% | 23.8% | 5.6% | 19.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 72.8% | -22.2% | 83.2% | -10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 25.1% | 24.5% | 1.9% | 23.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.8% | 76.7% | -25.9% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 25.1% | 1.2% | 23.9% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birch Grove was 576.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 248.2% higher than the Gurnos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birch Grove has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Gurnos and the 6th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 402.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Birch Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £140,500 | 2025-02-03 | £133,895 |
| 28 Birch Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2022-07-19 | £111,129 |
| 24 Birch Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2021-10-01 | £65,448 |
| 30 Birch Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £55,500 | 2011-10-07 | £96,431 |
| 6 Birch Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2008-07-03 | £84,676 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 417 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 750 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Graig Primary School Cefn Coed , CF48 2LR | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,365 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 1,453 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Supported Employment Ltd trading as Elite Catering Enterprise | Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Road, Gurnos | 233 yd | |
| Iscream Shop | Street Record Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 416 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnos Sports Club Limited | Gurnos Social Club Alder Grove, Gurnos | 213 yd | |
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnos Fish Bar | 7 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 416 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 1 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 416 yd | |
| Frydays Fish & Chips | 4 Clover Road, Gurnos | 772 yd | |
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 1,084 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.