New Road is in Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 3DA 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 New Road, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF47 9HW, CF47 9YL, CF47 9HH, CF47 9HG, CF47 9PX, CF47 9HJ, CF47 9DJ, CF47 9HP, CF47 9HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 3DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF48 3DA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.3% | 45.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.2% | 23.3% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -20.9% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 6.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 13.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 10.6% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.2%) 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 | 36.9% | 34.2% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 24.2% | 27% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 22.6% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 13% | 13.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 9.5% |
| Very bad health | 6.6% | 2.8% | -3.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
In the area around CF48 3DA this area, 43.2% 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 10.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.3% | 43.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 25.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.2% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 15.8% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 12.5% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 10.9% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -22.9% |
| Other | 6.8% | 2.6% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98% | 96.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.2% | 91.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Portugal | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.4% | 13.5% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 197.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.3% higher than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 20th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 New Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-10-28 | £80,925 |
| 21 New Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-10-28 | £66,644 |
| Dowlais Service Station New Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Other, an established residential building | £182,057 | 2014-06-05 | £268,279 |
| 18 New Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2013-07-19 | £79,609 |
| 21 New Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2012-11-02 | £142,349 |
CF48 3DA 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Illtyds R.C.Primary School Rocky Road , Dowlais CF48 3BT | - not rated | 274 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 406 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 681 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 860 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Gwaunfarren Primary School Alexandra Avenue , CF47 9AF | - not rated | 958 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger bros by Mogsy Belle | Unit 11, Harlan Business Park Goat Mill Road, Dowlais | 216 yd | |
| Bessemer Hotel | The Bessemer Hermon Close, Dowlais | 411 yd | |
| Lady Charlotte Cafe | The Lady Charlotte North Street, Dowlais | 565 yd | |
| The Tea Cosy | 27 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 664 yd | |
| Railway Cafe | Dowlais Community Centre Station Road, Dowlais | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse & Groom Inn | Horse And Groom Gellifaelog Old Road, Dowlais | 176 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 663 yd | |
| Martyrs Club | Martyrs Club & Institute Ltd Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 802 yd | |
| Bruce Hotel | Bruce Hotel Victoria Street, Dowlais | 870 yd | |
| Penydarren Social Club | Penydarren Social Club, Alexandra Avenue Tramroad Lane, Penydarren | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Grill | 1 Hodges Street, Penydarren | 323 yd | |
| Han Sing | 3, Y Ganolfan North Street, Dowlais | 555 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 1 Talbot Square, Penydarren | 619 yd | |
| The Martyr's Fish Bar | 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 758 yd | |
| Julie’s deli & desserts | Unit 3 Roberts Avenue, Penydarren | 802 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.