Church Street is in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 4HD 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 Church Street, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 4HB, CF48 4HE, CF48 4EH, CF48 4EZ, CF48 4EL, CF48 4EY, CF48 4HF, CF48 4HG, CF48 4EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF48 4HD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.6% | 49.5% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.5% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 4HD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 42.5% | 47% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 37.3% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 49% | 45.1% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 33.1% | 5.2% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 12.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 7.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 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 4HD this area, 30.3% 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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 30.3% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.5% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 20.7% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 99% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 96.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.2% | 37.2% | 21.0% |
| Christian | 32% | 46.2% | -14.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 170.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 153.4% higher than the Bedlinog and Trelewis average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Bedlinog and Trelewis and the 32nd highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Church Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £70,500 | 2022-04-07 | £71,829 |
| 13 Church Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £46,500 | 2021-09-23 | £51,767 |
| 3 Church Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-06-14 | £87,627 |
| 3 Church Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2019-11-28 | £65,293 |
| 6 Church Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2017-11-17 | £78,201 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afon Taf High School Yew Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4ED | - not rated | 481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Troedyrhiw Primary School Archer Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4JQ | - not rated | 488 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercanaid Community School The Park , Abercanaid CF48 1SZ | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenfield Special School Duffryn Road , Pentrebach CF48 4BJ | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynysowen Community Primary School Aberfan Road , CF48 4QQ | - not rated | 1,893 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 | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Inn | Angel Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 278 yd | |
| Silver Bullet | The Silver Bullett, 28 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 282 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | Belle Vue Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 282 yd | |
| Ynysowen Rugby Club | 2 Enoch Morrell Close, Troedyrhiw | 286 yd | |
| Troedyrhiw Ex Servicemen's Club | Ex Servicemens Club, 60 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Kebab House | 52 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 278 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 50 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 278 yd | |
| Ying Wah Chinese Takeaway | 26 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 282 yd | |
| New Simply Indian | Simply Indian, 2 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 426 yd | |
| Pak Ho Fishbar | 1, Victoria Buildings Merthyr Road, Troedyrhiw | 503 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 | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.