Lewis Terrace is in Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9LH 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 Lewis Terrace, Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9LP, CF47 9LG, CF47 9LF, CF47 9AL, CF47 9LE, CF47 9LB, CF47 9HZ, CF47 9LN, CF47 9HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 9LH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF47 9LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26% | 30.8% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 53.1% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.6% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.2% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.2%) 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 | 43% | 37.7% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 29.5% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 18.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 11.9% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 28% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 10% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16.6% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 23.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.8% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 91.2% | 91.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 6.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 91.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 7.3% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lewis Terrace was 48.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.4% lower than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lewis Terrace has the 9th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 59th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Lewis Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £110,678 | 2021-06-25 | £125,953 |
| 11 Lewis Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-02-19 | £132,463 |
| 9 Lewis Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2019-09-06 | £164,177 |
| 5 Lewis Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £84,500 | 2018-03-29 | £128,466 |
| 1 Lewis Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2015-10-23 | £150,791 |
CF47 9LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF47 9LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 53 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 278 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 318 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 861 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 878 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel's Café | Street Record Trevethick Street | 336 yd | |
| The Daleon Fitness Cafe | Unit 2, Penyard | 343 yd | |
| Giddy Kiddys | Unit 1, Penyard | 343 yd | |
| Burger bros by Mogsy Belle | Unit 11, Harlan Business Park Goat Mill Road, Dowlais | 740 yd | |
| Murrays Grillhouse | 49, Pontmorlais High Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 407 yd | |
| Merthyr West End Bowls Club | West End Bowling Club The Grove | 664 yd | |
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 728 yd | |
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 947 yd | |
| Merthyr Town Football Club | Merthyr Tydfil Football Club Ltd, Penydarren Park Park Terrace | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish Bar | 1 Talbot Square, Penydarren | 41 yd | |
| Tasty Pizza | 19, Park Place Penydarren Road | 597 yd | |
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 656 yd | |
| Hong Shan Takeaway | 8, Park Place Penydarren Road | 692 yd | |
| Choi Shing | 32, Pontmorlais High Street | 853 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 | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.