Laburnum Terrace is in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 4HX 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 Laburnum Terrace, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 4HY, CF48 4HT, CF48 4HZ, CF48 4JB, CF48 4JA, CF48 4JD, CF48 4HS, CF48 4JE, CF48 4HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF48 4HX is primarily male, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 45.1% | 43.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -7.9% |
| Male | 54.9% | 56.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 7.9% |
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 | 32.5% | 38% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 31.7% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 15.1% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 15.6% | 12.2% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 (66.7%) 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 | 40.6% | 38.1% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 25% | 28.6% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 16% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 10.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 6.5% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% |
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 4HX this area, 34.8% 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 | 36.8% | 34.8% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 6.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.7% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 24% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.8% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 99.2% | 97.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.4% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laburnum Terrace was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.1% lower than the Bedlinog and Trelewis average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Laburnum Terrace has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Bedlinog and Trelewis and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Bungalow Laburnum Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-10-14 | £268,820 |
| 5 Laburnum Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2017-08-24 | £74,846 |
| 5 Laburnum Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2016-03-01 | £83,162 |
| 14 Laburnum Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2015-11-26 | £152,282 |
| 14 Laburnum Terrace, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Terraced, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2011-11-25 | £157,270 |
CF48 4HX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF48 4HX 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%.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troedyrhiw Primary School Archer Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4JQ | - not rated | 335 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Afon Taf High School Yew Street , Troedyrhiw CF48 4ED | - not rated | 885 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercanaid Community School The Park , Abercanaid CF48 1SZ | - not rated | 1,273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenfield Special School Duffryn Road , Pentrebach CF48 4BJ | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynysowen Community Primary School Aberfan Road , CF48 4QQ | - not rated | 2,502 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 | 418 yd | |
| P.m.g. Catering At General Dynamics | General Dynamics Land Systems Ltd Merthyr Road, Pentrebach | 556 yd | |
| Area51 Playcentre Merthyr | Unit 5, Viaduct House Merthyr Tydfil Industrial Park, Pentrebach | 788 yd | |
| Midshire Catering @ Simbec-orion | Unit 23 Merthyr Tydfil Industrial Park, Pentrebach | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troedyrhiw Ex Servicemen's Club | Ex Servicemens Club, 60 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 411 yd | |
| Ynysowen Rugby Club | 2 Enoch Morrell Close, Troedyrhiw | 433 yd | |
| Angel Inn | Angel Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 458 yd | |
| Silver Bullet | The Silver Bullett, 28 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 470 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | Belle Vue Inn Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pak Ho Fishbar | 1, Victoria Buildings Merthyr Road, Troedyrhiw | 396 yd | |
| New Simply Indian | Simply Indian, 2 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 421 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 52 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 458 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 50 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 458 yd | |
| Ying Wah Chinese Takeaway | 26 Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw | 470 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 | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 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.