Broad Street is in Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 3AR is located in the Dowlais and Pant 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 Broad Street, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 3AY, CF48 3AS, CF48 3AF, CF48 3RP, CF48 3AL, CF48 3AP, CF48 3BA, CF48 3RY, CF48 3SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 3AR 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 | 52.9% | 51.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.2% | 1.1% | 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 | 38.5% | 40.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 36.8% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 48.2% | 45.6% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 31.3% | 6.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 12.7% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 7.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 3AR this area, 32.5% 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 | 34.7% | 32.5% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 9.5% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13.5% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.5% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 23% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 8.5% | 2% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 96.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 93.8% | 92.4% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 92.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad Street was 77.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% lower than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broad Street has the 16th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 94th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Broad Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2025-05-02 | £74,417 |
| 18 Broad Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-02-02 | £67,369 |
| 11 Broad Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2023-11-30 | £125,336 |
| 31 Broad Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2023-10-27 | £128,565 |
| 40 Broad Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2023-03-31 | £66,968 |
CF48 3AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 313 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 363 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantysgallog Primary School Pant , Dowlais CF48 2AD | - not rated | 936 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 69 yd | |
| GetStuft Cafe | 30 - 30A Victoria Street, Dowlais | 142 yd | |
| Railway Cafe | Dowlais Community Centre Station Road, Dowlais | 229 yd | |
| Lady Charlotte Cafe | The Lady Charlotte North Street, Dowlais | 241 yd | |
| Bessemer Hotel | The Bessemer Hermon Close, Dowlais | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 69 yd | |
| Bruce Hotel | Bruce Hotel Victoria Street, Dowlais | 247 yd | |
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 492 yd | |
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 763 yd | |
| The Guest Keen | Guest Memorial Sports & Social Club High Street, Dowlais | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flames Kebab House | 44 Victoria Street, Dowlais | 247 yd | |
| Han Sing | 3, Y Ganolfan North Street, Dowlais | 337 yd | |
| Harry's Plaice | 3 Pant Road, Dowlais | 387 yd | |
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 584 yd | |
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 719 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.