Heol Nantgau is in Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 1EY is located in the Cyfarthfa 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 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 1HE, CF48 1HF, CF48 1HG, CF48 1HA, CF48 1HU, CF48 1NF, CF48 1ND, CF48 1EU, CF48 1NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 1EY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.7% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51% | 48.3% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 1EY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 40.5% | 45.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 35.5% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 9.5% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 4.7% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 47.1% | 46.7% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 17.6% | 26.6% | 9.0% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 20% | 12.2% | -7.8% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 11.4% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 7.4% |
| Very bad health | 6.7% | 3.1% | -3.6% | 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 CF48 1EY this area, 29.6% 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 29.6% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 8.3% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.2% | 16.6% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 20.1% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 11.4% | 7.1% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 4.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 93.3% | 94.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 4.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 94.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 4.4% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Nantgau was 90.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% lower than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Heol Nantgau has the 25th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 81st highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-09 | £144,219 |
| 19 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-02-18 | £114,962 |
| 33 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2016-09-30 | £129,835 |
| 34 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2015-02-06 | £123,269 |
| 14 Heol Nantgau, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2014-06-05 | £68,023 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Coed y Dderwen Gellideg Estate , CF48 1LG | - not rated | 441 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolgerrig Community School Heolgerrig Road , Heolgerrig CF48 1SB | - not rated | 1,159 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Graig Primary School Cefn Coed , CF48 2LR | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 1,934 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn tea rooms | 138 High Street, Cefn Coed | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heolgerrig Social Club | Heolgerrig Social Club, Penrheol House Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 952 yd | |
| Cefn Coed Social Club | Cefn Coed Club Bryntaf, Cefn Coed | 981 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Station Hotel Station Road, Cefn Coed | 1,040 yd | |
| Cefn Coed Rugby Club | Cefn Rugby Club Station Road, Cefn Coed | 1,040 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion Inn, 82 Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juggy's Plaice | 19 Heol Tai Mawr, Swansea Road | 263 yd | |
| Potato Kings | Unit 6 Swansea Road, Swansea Road | 396 yd | |
| Gwlad Duw Pizza Company | Red Lion Inn, 82 Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 1,046 yd | |
| Evergreen Fish Bar | 62D High Street, Cefn Coed | 1,062 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.