High Street is in Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9HH is located in the Penydarren 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 High Street, Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9HL, CF47 9RJ, CF47 9HJ, CF47 9HN, CF47 9HX, CF47 9HW, CF48 3BU, CF48 3DA, CF47 9NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 9HH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents 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 | 47.5% | 53.6% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 52.5% | 46.4% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 9HH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 40.2% | 44.2% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 35.1% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 11.2% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 51.9% | 53.4% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 23.6% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -10.0% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 16.4% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 4.6% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 32.4% | 21.6% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 7.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 20.7% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 15.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 24.9% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 9.4% | 4.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 93.8% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 94.4% | 92.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 3.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.9% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 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 | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 70.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 14th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 88th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Groom High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 1998-07-31 | £362,167 |
CF47 9HH 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 205 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 236 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 745 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 966 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer Hotel | The Bessemer Hermon Close, Dowlais | 368 yd | |
| Burger bros by Mogsy Belle | Unit 11, Harlan Business Park Goat Mill Road, Dowlais | 374 yd | |
| Lady Charlotte Cafe | The Lady Charlotte North Street, Dowlais | 495 yd | |
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 542 yd | |
| GetStuft Cafe | 30 - 30A Victoria Street, Dowlais | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 1 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 542 yd | |
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 652 yd | |
| Bruce Hotel | Bruce Hotel Victoria Street, Dowlais | 740 yd | |
| The Guest Keen | Guest Memorial Sports & Social Club High Street, Dowlais | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 198 yd | |
| Han Sing | 3, Y Ganolfan North Street, Dowlais | 515 yd | |
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 606 yd | |
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 652 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 1 Talbot Square, Penydarren | 689 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.