Maple Crescent is in Trefechan, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 2EH is located in the Vaynor 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 Maple Crescent, Trefechan, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 2EW, CF48 2EG, CF48 2EU, CF48 2EL, CF48 2EP, CF48 2ET, CF48 2HD, CF48 2EN, CF48 2ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 2EH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51.8% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.8% | 48.2% | -3.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.8% | 39.3% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 35.5% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 13.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
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 (66.7%) 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 | 33.9% | 33% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 29% | 33.7% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 19% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 13.7% | 11.7% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around CF48 2EH this area, 31.6% 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47% | 31.6% | -15.4% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.1% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 15.8% | 9.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 19.7% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 99.7% | 97.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 41.2% | 46.2% | -5.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maple Crescent was 10.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.5% lower than the Gurnos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maple Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Gurnos and the 7th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Maple Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2024-12-02 | £175,912 |
| 66 Maple Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-11-11 | £87,227 |
| 45 Maple Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-07-21 | £131,884 |
| 42 Maple Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2023-07-21 | £125,290 |
| 1 Maple Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-16 | £114,370 |
CF48 2EH 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.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol-Y-Graig Primary School Cefn Coed , CF48 2LR | - not rated | 995 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 1,672 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Coed y Dderwen Gellideg Estate , CF48 1LG | - not rated | 1,954 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 2,159 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club | Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club Cloth Hall Lane, Cefn Coed | 965 yd | |
| Elite Supported Employment Ltd trading as Elite Catering Enterprise | Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Road, Gurnos | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frydays Fish & Chips | 4 Clover Road, Gurnos | 868 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.