CF48 1UB is in Heolgerrig, Merthyr Tydfil and Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 1UB 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 Heolgerrig, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 1UD, CF48 1UA, CF48 1TR, CF48 1UF, CF48 1TT, CF48 1UE, CF48 1TS, CF48 1TY, CF48 1QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF48 1UB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 46.8% | 47.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 53.2% | 52.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF48 1UB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.7% | 25.2% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 53.3% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 11.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 41.1% | 39.9% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 40.2% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 30.1% | 20.6% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.6% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 30.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 97.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF48 1UB was 397.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 232.4% higher than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
CF48 1UB has the 7th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 10th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 342.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner View Bungalow, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2004-06-18 | £303,035 |
CF48 1UB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF48 1UB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heolgerrig Community School Heolgerrig Road , Heolgerrig CF48 1SB | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Coed y Dderwen Gellideg Estate , CF48 1LG | - not rated | 880 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caedraw Primary School Caedraw Road , CF47 8HA | - not rated | 1,637 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Unit C Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 569 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 10B Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 569 yd | |
| K.F.C. | Unit B Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 569 yd | |
| Mcdonald's | Unit A Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 569 yd | |
| Costa Coffee @ Next | 12A Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heolgerrig Social Club | Heolgerrig Social Club, Penrheol House Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 325 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion Inn, 82 Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 617 yd | |
| Court Of Requests | Court Of Requests Inn, 9 Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 1,017 yd | |
| Kooler Nightclub | Kirkhouse Memorial Hall Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 1,017 yd | |
| Lucky Leprechaun Ltd T/A The Celtic Bar | Three Horse Shoes Dynevor Street, Georgetown | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potato Kings | Unit 6 Swansea Road, Swansea Road | 597 yd | |
| Gwlad Duw Pizza Company | Red Lion Inn, 82 Heolgerrig, Heolgerrig | 617 yd | |
| Juggy's Plaice | 19 Heol Tai Mawr, Swansea Road | 845 yd | |
| Webbers@Georgetown | 42 Heol S O Davies, Georgetown | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 12E Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Swansea Road | 580 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.