Tenth Avenue is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9TE 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 Tenth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9JE, CF47 9TN, CF47 9YY, CF47 9JG, CF47 9TD, CF47 9TF, CF47 9TW, CF47 9AJ, CF47 9TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF47 9TE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 51.5% | 49.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.9% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 9TE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.3% 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 | 40.3% | 45.3% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 35.1% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 5.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 (68.5%) 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 | 39.8% | 40.4% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 28.1% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 18.2% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 9.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 9TE this area, 34.4% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.2% | 34.4% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 16.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10.6% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 14.5% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 12.8% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 16.7% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 97.7% | 91.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 91.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tenth Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Gurnos average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Tenth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2019-09-17 | £112,655 |
| 73 Tenth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £29,950 | 2001-09-14 | £118,224 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 582 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 740 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 789 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 873 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 902 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iscream Shop | Street Record Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 639 yd | |
| Feed Me Fitt ltd | Unit 16a1 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 809 yd | |
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 926 yd | |
| Tiffin's Cafe | Unit 15 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 931 yd | |
| Bessemer Hotel | The Bessemer Hermon Close, Dowlais | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 199 yd | |
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 620 yd | |
| Gurnos Sports Club Limited | Gurnos Social Club Alder Grove, Gurnos | 854 yd | |
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 861 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 199 yd | |
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 204 yd | |
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 424 yd | |
| Gurnos Fish Bar | 7 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 706 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 1 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 706 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 | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 214 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.