Hillside Court is in Cae Penderyn, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 1AW is located in the Cyfarthfa electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 2009-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Court, Cae Penderyn, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 1AQ, CF48 1AS, CF48 1AU, CF48 1AZ, CF48 1YE, CF48 1BA, CF48 1AY, CF48 1DR, CF48 1AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF48 1AW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 51.9% | 48.3% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51.7% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 CF48 1AW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.4% 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 | 46% | 46.4% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 31.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 15% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 3.6% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.5% | 58.5% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 10.1% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 28.5% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 6.1% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -6.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27% | 19.7% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 15.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 19.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 32.6% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 93.9% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96% | 94.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Court was 131.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.6% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside Court has the 15th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 47th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 90.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hillside Court, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-10-10 | £90,117 |
| 4 Hillside Court, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2019-05-16 | £94,986 |
| 4 Hillside Court, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £82,000 | 2010-05-28 | £111,884 |
| 2 Hillside Court, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, a newly built property | £91,000 | 2010-03-15 | £156,422 |
| 1 Hillside Court, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, a newly built property | £122,600 | 2009-03-30 | £203,764 |
CF48 1AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Education | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 788 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 816 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 825 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Santes Tudful Heol Pantyffin , CF47 0HU | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa High School Cae Mari Dwn , Queen's Road CF47 0LS | - not rated | 1,316 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 | 240 yd | |
| Peri peri chicken | Unit 1, 16 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 249 yd | |
| Red Spice | 1 Bethesda Street | 409 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 6 - 7 New Market Walk | 465 yd | |
| The Griffin | Cambrian House Bethesda Street | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Of Requests | Court Of Requests Inn, 9 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 202 yd | |
| Kooler Nightclub | Kirkhouse Memorial Hall Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 202 yd | |
| Lucky Leprechaun Ltd T/A The Celtic Bar | Three Horse Shoes Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 202 yd | |
| VNU | 5 Glebeland Street | 530 yd | |
| Belle Vue | Belle Vue Hotel, 1 Glebeland Street | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 227 yd | |
| Wrap N Roll | 8 - 9 Glebeland Street | 535 yd | |
| Crosswoods Ltd | 4 Victoria Street | 540 yd | |
| Glebeland fish bar | 54 Glebeland Street | 567 yd | |
| Bonjour Bon Appetit | 50 Glebeland Street | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 12 Graham Way | 579 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 602 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store Brunel Way | 717 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Store Court Street | 872 yd | |
| Aldi Store | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Plymouth Street | 1,058 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.