Oak Road is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9NR 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 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9NW, CF47 9PH, CF47 9PW, CF47 9NP, CF47 9PG, CF47 9NT, CF47 9NS, CF47 9PL, CF47 9NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF47 9NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 9NR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.4% 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 | 44.3% | 53.4% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 27.7% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11% | 10.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (63%) 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 | 43.4% | 37.8% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 25.2% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 20.5% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 12.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
In the area around CF47 9NR this area, 45.6% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.5% | 45.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 27.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 9.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 9.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 13.1% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 98.5% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 30.8% | 13.5% | 17.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.5% | 37.2% | 23.3% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Road was 173.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.0% higher than the Gurnos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Gurnos and the 31st highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 109.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 76.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-08-01 | £110,568 |
| 41 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2025-01-31 | £60,151 |
| 43 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2024-05-17 | £101,417 |
| 54 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2022-12-21 | £91,339 |
| 57 Oak Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2017-05-26 | £91,851 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 153 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 641 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 676 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 860 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 973 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyfarthfa Tea Rooms | Cyfarthfa Castle Museum, Cyfarthfa Castle | 656 yd | |
| Iscream Shop | Street Record Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 713 yd | |
| Canolfan Cyfarthfa Cafe | Cyfarthfa Park Visitors Centre | 790 yd | |
| Elite Supported Employment Ltd trading as Elite Catering Enterprise | Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Road, Gurnos | 819 yd | |
| Vertigo Trampoline Park | Unit 3-4 Cyfarthfa Industrial Estate | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 532 yd | |
| Merthyr West End Bowls Club | West End Bowling Club The Grove | 565 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Pub, 20 Morgan Street | 684 yd | |
| Grawen Arms | Grawen Arms, The Grawen Brecon Road | 702 yd | |
| Cyfarthfa Arms | Cyfarthfa Arms, 82 - 83, The Grawen Brecon Road | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnos Fish Bar | 7 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 588 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 1 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 588 yd | |
| Beacons Bees | Bothy Heritage Centre, Cyfarthfa Park Nurseries | 689 yd | |
| Grawen Takeaway | 19, The Grawen Brecon Road | 702 yd | |
| Tasty Pizza | 19, Park Place Penydarren Road | 890 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 | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.