Bryn Mair is in Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 3LB 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 Bryn Mair, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 3LA, CF48 3HL, CF48 3LG, CF48 3AG, CF48 3DY, CF48 3LP, CF48 3LJ, CF48 3LT, CF48 3HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF48 3LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.8% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.2% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 36.2% | 37.8% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 42.9% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (64.4%) 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 | 40.3% | 33.3% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 31.1% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 19.9% | 7.3% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 8.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 3LB this area, 36.4% 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44% | 36.4% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 18.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 8.1% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 11.9% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 7.2% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 18.6% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 6% | 2.5% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.6% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 92.4% | 94.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 94.8% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.1% | 37.2% | 20.9% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bryn Mair was 123.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.5% higher than the Dowlais and Pant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bryn Mair has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Dowlais and Pant and the 54th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.0%.
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 Bryn Mair, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2015-07-23 | £107,560 |
CF48 3LB 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 | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 545 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gellifaelog Primary School Penydarren , CF47 9TJ | - not rated | 715 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantysgallog Primary School Pant , Dowlais CF48 2AD | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Hedley High School Gwaunfarren Road , Penydarren CF47 9AN | - not rated | 1,454 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Dysgu Homfrey , Alexandra Avenue CF47 9AF | - not rated | 1,610 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stables View Restaurant ltd | 14 Market Street, Dowlais | 134 yd | |
| Celtic Catering Partnership | O P Chocolates Ltd High Street, Dowlais | 192 yd | |
| Railway Cafe | Dowlais Community Centre Station Road, Dowlais | 284 yd | |
| Lady Charlotte Cafe | The Lady Charlotte North Street, Dowlais | 294 yd | |
| Dowlais Engine House | Engine House High Street, Dowlais | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guest Keen | Guest Memorial Sports & Social Club High Street, Dowlais | 302 yd | |
| Guest Memorial Social & Bowls Club | Guest Memorial Sports & Social Club High Street, Dowlais | 302 yd | |
| Morlais Tavern | Morlais Tavern Inn, 31 - 33 Mount Pleasant Street, Dowlais | 451 yd | |
| Antelope Inn | Antelope Hotel, 83 High Street Caeharris, Dowlais | 504 yd | |
| Bruce Hotel | Bruce Hotel Victoria Street, Dowlais | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Han Sing | 3, Y Ganolfan North Street, Dowlais | 237 yd | |
| Ho Wah | 13 High Street Caeharris, Dowlais | 504 yd | |
| New Dolphin | 91 High Street Caeharris, Dowlais | 504 yd | |
| Marmaris kebab | 89 High Street Caeharris, Dowlais | 504 yd | |
| Flames Kebab House | 44 Victoria Street, Dowlais | 546 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 | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.