Park Place is in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 4ET is located in the Plymouth 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 Park Place, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 4ES, CF48 4ER, CF48 4EP, CF48 4EX, CF48 4EU, CF48 4EW, CF48 4HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF48 4ET has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 53.6% | 49.7% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 50.3% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 25.6% | 30% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 43.2% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 12.5% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 11.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 42.8% | 42.8% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 29.7% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 16.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 10.1% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 24.2% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 10.8% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 17.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 25% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| White | 100% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.5% | 13.5% | 10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Place was 134.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.7% higher than the Bedlinog and Trelewis average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Place has the 9th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Bedlinog and Trelewis and the 46th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Park Place, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2025-07-18 | £78,803 |
| 13 Park Place, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2023-11-28 | £104,322 |
| 22 Park Place, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-07-22 | £98,782 |
| 29 Park Place, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2021-09-17 | £140,272 |
| 36 Park Place, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2021-07-21 | £94,235 |
CF48 4ET 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF48 4ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afon Taf High School Yew Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4ED | - not rated | 403 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Troedyrhiw Primary School Archer Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4JQ | - not rated | 832 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynysowen Community Primary School Aberfan Road , CF48 4QQ | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercanaid Community School The Park , Abercanaid CF48 1SZ | - not rated | 2,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Rhyd-Y-Grug Aberfan , CF48 4NT | - not rated | 2,273 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Melting Pot Coffee Shop | 4 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Bullet | The Silver Bullett, 28 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 665 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | Belle Vue Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 665 yd | |
| Angel Inn | Angel Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 679 yd | |
| Ynysowen Rugby Club | 2 Enoch Morrell Close, Troedyrhiw | 714 yd | |
| Troedyrhiw Ex Servicemen's Club | Ex Servicemens Club, 60 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ying Wah Chinese Takeaway | 26 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 665 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 52 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 679 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 50 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 679 yd | |
| New Simply Indian | Simply Indian, 2 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 745 yd | |
| Pak Ho Fishbar | 1, Victoria Buildings Merthyr Road, Troedyrhiw | 806 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.