High Street is in Cefn Coed, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 2PL 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 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 2LS, CF48 2LU, CF48 2RW, CF48 2LT, CF48 2PR, CF48 2RP, CF48 2LP, CF48 2RL, CF48 2LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF48 2PL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 53.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.2% | 46.3% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 35.8% | 37.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 38.6% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 9.6% | -6.7% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 40.7% | 38.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 40.9% | 13.0% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 13.8% | -6.5% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 9% | 3.7% | -5.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 2PL this area, 28.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 28.5% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 7.9% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 27.7% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.3% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 96.2% | 95% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.4% | 37.2% | 26.2% |
| Christian | 31.5% | 46.2% | -14.7% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 61.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% lower than the Cyfarthfa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 19th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Cyfarthfa and the 77th lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-03-04 | £103,181 |
| 63 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2021-12-15 | £67,809 |
| 62A High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-09-01 | £176,667 |
| 73 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-12-05 | £117,981 |
| 72 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2018-11-30 | £54,600 |
CF48 2PL 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Other | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol-Y-Graig Primary School Cefn Coed , CF48 2LR | - not rated | 181 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Coed y Dderwen Gellideg Estate , CF48 1LG | - not rated | 891 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Aloysius Primary School Cedar Way , Gurnos Estate CF47 9PA | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cyfarthfa Park Primary School Cyfarthfa Park , CF47 8RE | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Dre High School Gurnos Estate , CF47 9BY | - not rated | 1,919 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 | 2 yd | |
| Mango House | 91 High Street, Cefn Coed | 222 yd | |
| Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club | Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club Cloth Hall Lane, Cefn Coed | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Coed Social Club | Cefn Coed Club Bryntaf, Cefn Coed | 215 yd | |
| Drovers Arms | Drovers Arms, 116 High Street, Cefn Coed | 222 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Station Hotel Station Road, Cefn Coed | 281 yd | |
| Cefn Coed Rugby Club | Cefn Rugby Club Station Road, Cefn Coed | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Fish Bar | 62D High Street, Cefn Coed | 2 yd | |
| Sammy's Fish Bar | 93 High Street, Cefn Coed | 222 yd | |
| Trisha's Butty Hut & Cafe | 94 High Street, Cefn Coed | 222 yd | |
| Frydays Fish & Chips | 4 Clover Road, Gurnos | 754 yd | |
| Juggy's Plaice | 19 Heol Tai Mawr, Swansea Road | 976 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.