Marshall Crescent is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9JA 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 Marshall Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9JD, CF47 9YX, CF47 9JJ, CF47 9JF, CF47 9JL, CF47 9JH, CF47 9YJ, CF47 9JN, CF47 9JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 9JA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 48.6% | 55.6% | 7.0% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 44.4% | -7.0% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 43.8% | 40.7% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 37.6% | 2.6% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 8.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.6%) 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 | 45.9% | 42.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 21.9% | 24.5% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -9.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 18.9% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 12.2% | 10.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 9JA this area, 37.8% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.9% | 37.8% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 19.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 10.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 15.6% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 12% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 16.4% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.1% | 97% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.3% | 95.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66% | 76.7% | -10.7% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marshall Crescent was 101.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.5% lower than the Gurnos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marshall Crescent has the 11th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Gurnos and the 72nd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Marshall Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2003-09-26 | £73,266 |
CF47 9JA 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 | 61 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 497 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 754 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 944 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantysgallog Primary School Pant , Dowlais CF48 2AD | - not rated | 1,112 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feed Me Fitt ltd | Unit 16a1 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 417 yd | |
| Tiffin's Cafe | Unit 15 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 535 yd | |
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 704 yd | |
| Merthyr Motor Auctions (MMA) | Red Barrel House Pant Road, Dowlais | 732 yd | |
| GetStuft Cafe | 30 - 30A Victoria Street, Dowlais | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 208 yd | |
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 674 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 705 yd | |
| Bruce Hotel | Bruce Hotel Victoria Street, Dowlais | 745 yd | |
| Gurnos Sports Club Limited | Gurnos Social Club Alder Grove, Gurnos | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 196 yd | |
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 208 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 7a Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 489 yd | |
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 546 yd | |
| Harry's Plaice | 3 Pant Road, Dowlais | 732 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.