Chapel Street is in Abercanaid, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 1SX is located in the Plymouth 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 Chapel Street, Abercanaid, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 1EX, CF48 1TJ, CF48 1RQ, CF48 1DX, CF48 1SJ, CF48 1TX, CF48 1EJ, CF48 1RX, CF48 1PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 1SX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.4% | 50.2% | 5.8% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 55.6% | 49.8% | -5.8% | 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 CF48 1SX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% 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 | 35.8% | 50.4% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 29.8% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 44% | 46.7% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 28.6% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 14.8% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 6.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 31% | 25.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 8.8% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 16.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 23.3% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.3% | 94.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 84.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.7% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Plymouth and the 86th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 200.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Waunwyllt Court Chapel Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-10-11 | £124,981 |
| 32 Chapel Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2024-06-14 | £83,781 |
| Waterbabies Chapel Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-05-06 | £161,994 |
| 32 Chapel Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2020-07-24 | £100,561 |
| 7 Waunwyllt Court Chapel Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-12-18 | £148,550 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 19 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercanaid Community School The Park , Abercanaid CF48 1SZ | - not rated | 349 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenfield Special School Duffryn Road , Pentrebach CF48 4BJ | - not rated | 582 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Troedyrhiw Primary School Archer Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4JQ | - not rated | 1,910 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Twynrodyn Community School Gilfach Cynon , Twynrodyn CF47 0LW | - not rated | 2,224 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Afon Taf High School Yew Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4ED | - not rated | 2,397 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table Table | Pentrebach House Duffryn Road, Pentrebach | 364 yd | |
| Area51 Playcentre Merthyr | Unit 5, Viaduct House Merthyr Tydfil Industrial Park, Pentrebach | 828 yd | |
| Midshire Catering @ Simbec-orion | Unit 23 Merthyr Tydfil Industrial Park, Pentrebach | 828 yd | |
| Bike Park Wales Centre & Cafe | Gethin Woodland Centre, Abercanaid | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliers Arms | Colliers Arms, 69 Nightingale Street, Abercanaid | 153 yd | |
| Richards Arms | Richards Arms, 20 Chapel Street, Abercanaid | 163 yd | |
| Llwyn-yr-Eos Inn | Llwyn-yr-eos Inn Canal Side, Abercanaid | 311 yd | |
| Hills Plymouth Cricket Club | Hills Plymouth Cricket Club Duffryn Road, Pentrebach | 539 yd | |
| Pentrebach Labour Club | Pentrebach & Abercanaid Working Mens Club Tai Bach, Pentrebach | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fish Bar | Central Fish Bar Tai Bach, Pentrebach | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Unit C3 Triangle Business Park, Pentrebach | 517 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit B2 Triangle Business Park, Pentrebach | 517 yd | |
| Co-Operative | Co Op Store Pentrebach Industrial Estate, Pentrebach | 559 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.