Ninth Avenue is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF47 9TL 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 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9TF, CF47 9TP, CF47 9TG, CF47 9TD, CF47 9TB, CF47 9TR, CF47 9TW, CF47 9TN, CF47 9JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF47 9TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF47 9TL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.3% 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 | 52.3% | 55.3% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.3% | 32.5% | 5.2% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 7% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 45.9% | 40.5% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 22.8% | 31.6% | 8.8% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 15.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 9.2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 9TL this area, 40.5% 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.2% | 40.5% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 22.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 9.3% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 14.5% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 11.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 18.5% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.2% | 98% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 97.5% | 99.7% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 99.7% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.2% | 37.2% | 25.0% |
| Christian | 31.4% | 46.2% | -14.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ninth Avenue was 188.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.9% higher than the Gurnos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ninth Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Gurnos and the 23rd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,500 | 2024-03-22 | £187,460 |
| 29 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2021-04-22 | £88,203 |
| 11 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2021-04-09 | £111,446 |
| 10 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2019-01-30 | £105,792 |
| 24 Ninth Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-08-24 | £148,585 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 710 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 713 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 923 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 946 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,022 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 | 525 yd | |
| Feed Me Fitt ltd | Unit 16a1 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 720 yd | |
| Tiffin's Cafe | Unit 15 Pant Industrial Estate, Pant | 846 yd | |
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 1,015 yd | |
| Bessemer Hotel | The Bessemer Hermon Close, Dowlais | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 184 yd | |
| Gurnos Sports Club Limited | Gurnos Social Club Alder Grove, Gurnos | 732 yd | |
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 795 yd | |
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 993 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 184 yd | |
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 228 yd | |
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 607 yd | |
| Gurnos Fish Bar | 7 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 622 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 1 Chestnut Way, Gurnos | 622 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 | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.