Llwyncelyn Lane is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 1AL is located in the Cyfarthfa electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 1AG, CF47 8NX, CF48 1AH, CF47 8NJ, CF48 1AB, CF48 1AU, CF48 1AD, CF48 1AS, CF48 1AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 1AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 30.9% | 39% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 35.7% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 14% | 9.9% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 13% | 9.9% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.8%) 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 | 30.2% | 37.6% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 27.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 18.3% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 16.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 8.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 CF48 1AL this area, 33.9% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.9% | 33.9% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 15.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 6.6% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 18% | 6.9% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 10.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 20.2% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| White | 100% | 96.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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% | 96.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Llwyncelyn Lane was 1354.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 1033.5% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Llwyncelyn Lane has the highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 372.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.5%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2013-10-31 | £467,119 |
| 5 Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2011-12-02 | £415,978 |
| 1 Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2006-09-15 | £359,856 |
| Sunnycrest Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £50,500 | 2000-09-01 | £181,800 |
| 6 Llwyncelyn Lane, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £105,250 | 1996-06-21 | £473,625 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF48 1AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 762 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 780 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolgerrig Community School Heolgerrig Road , Heolgerrig CF48 1SB | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 1,383 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usw Services Ltd (main Canteen) | Merthyr Tydfil College College Boulevard | 448 yd | |
| Peri peri chicken | Unit 1, 16 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 549 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 6 - 7 New Market Walk | 603 yd | |
| Elior Catering T-Mobile | Everything Everywhere Ltd | 673 yd | |
| The Tuck In | 5 Victoria Street | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Of Requests | Court Of Requests Inn, 9 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 519 yd | |
| Kooler Nightclub | Kirkhouse Memorial Hall Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 519 yd | |
| Lucky Leprechaun Ltd T/A The Celtic Bar | Three Horse Shoes Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 519 yd | |
| The Welsh Bar | 143 High Street | 707 yd | |
| VNU | 5 Glebeland Street | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 540 yd | |
| Truffles | Unit 2, Picton House Swan Street | 669 yd | |
| Crosswoods Ltd | 4 Victoria Street | 673 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, Ty Penderyn, 26 High Street | 707 yd | |
| Wrap N Roll | 8 - 9 Glebeland Street | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 674 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 806 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 846 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 898 yd | |
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 990 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 243.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.