High Street is in Cefn Coed, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 2PH 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 High Street, Cefn Coed, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 2RN, CF48 2RP, CF48 2LN, CF48 2LL, CF48 2RW, CF48 2PL, CF48 2RD, CF48 2LS, CF48 2LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF48 2PH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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% | 47.5% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 52.5% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 35.2% | 37% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 39.6% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 10% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 45.3% | 49.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 29.7% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 22.5% | 19.2% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 11.4% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 14% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 28.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.2% | 93.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
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 | 98.3% | 94.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 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 | 97.2% | 94.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.8% lower than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 27th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-02-05 | £123,888 |
| 58 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £64,950 | 2022-03-23 | £68,468 |
| 162 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2020-03-20 | £116,439 |
| 51 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2020-01-31 | £187,772 |
| 162 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2017-09-29 | £95,930 |
CF48 2PH 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Coed y Dderwen Gellideg Estate , CF48 1LG | - not rated | 798 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,418 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 1,839 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 | 154 yd | |
| Mango House | 91 High Street, Cefn Coed | 373 yd | |
| Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club | Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club Cloth Hall Lane, Cefn Coed | 703 yd | |
| Cyfarthfa Tea Rooms | Cyfarthfa Castle Museum, Cyfarthfa Castle | 952 yd | |
| Canolfan Cyfarthfa Cafe | Cyfarthfa Park Visitors Centre | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Coed Social Club | Cefn Coed Club Bryntaf, Cefn Coed | 340 yd | |
| Drovers Arms | Drovers Arms, 116 High Street, Cefn Coed | 373 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Station Hotel Station Road, Cefn Coed | 420 yd | |
| Cefn Coed Rugby Club | Cefn Rugby Club Station Road, Cefn Coed | 420 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Fish Bar | 62D High Street, Cefn Coed | 154 yd | |
| Sammy's Fish Bar | 93 High Street, Cefn Coed | 373 yd | |
| Trisha's Butty Hut & Cafe | 94 High Street, Cefn Coed | 373 yd | |
| Frydays Fish & Chips | 4 Clover Road, Gurnos | 666 yd | |
| Juggy's Plaice | 19 Heol Tai Mawr, Swansea Road | 906 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 | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.