Bishops Grove is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9LJ is located in the Penydarren electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9LG, CF47 9LN, CF47 9AF, CF47 9LF, CF47 9LH, CF47 9AD, CF47 9LB, CF47 9LP, CF47 9AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF47 9LJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 53.1% | 53.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 46.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 35.2% | 35.3% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 48% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 8.4% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 41.8% | 42.9% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 36% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14.6% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 4.2% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 30.8% | 21% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 20.2% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 24.3% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 93.2% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.2% | 93.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.9% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishops Grove was 111.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.5% higher than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishops Grove has the 10th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 63rd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 144.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-07-14 | £122,449 |
| 38 Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-06-27 | £119,135 |
| 35 Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-10-21 | £138,048 |
| 32 Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2021-05-14 | £144,901 |
| 37 Bishops Grove, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2019-02-08 | £180,396 |
CF47 9LJ 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 student residents living in CF47 9LJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 151 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 155 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 225 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 779 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 825 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 | 279 yd | |
| The Daleon Fitness Cafe | Unit 2, Penyard | 302 yd | |
| Giddy Kiddys | Unit 1, Penyard | 302 yd | |
| Murrays Grillhouse | 49, Pontmorlais High Street | 700 yd | |
| The Tiger Inn | Pontmorlais High Street | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 255 yd | |
| Merthyr West End Bowls Club | West End Bowling Club The Grove | 485 yd | |
| Merthyr Town Football Club | Merthyr Tydfil Football Club Ltd, Penydarren Park Park Terrace | 801 yd | |
| Ye Olde Express Inn | 1 - 2, Pontmorlais High Street | 853 yd | |
| Ale Mary | 18A, Pontmorlais High Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish Bar | 1 Talbot Square, Penydarren | 213 yd | |
| Tasty Pizza | 19, Park Place Penydarren Road | 447 yd | |
| Hong Shan Takeaway | 8, Park Place Penydarren Road | 540 yd | |
| Choi Shing | 32, Pontmorlais High Street | 699 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 71 - 72, Pontmorlais High Street | 699 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 | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.