Darren Las is in Merthyr Vale, Merthyr Tydfil and in Merthyr Tydfil district. CF48 4SZ is located in the Merthyr Vale 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 Darren Las, Merthyr Vale, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF48 4PZ, CF48 4TA, CF48 4SY, CF48 4PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF48 4SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 52.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 47.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 44.7% | 38.4% | -6.3% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 44.8% | 8.0% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.2% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (64.7%) 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 | 41.2% | 32.8% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 29% | 31.9% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 19.5% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 11.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 4SZ this area, 37% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.2% | 37% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 18.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 14.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -9.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.8% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 100% | 95.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 95.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 31.2% | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.1% | 37.2% | 29.9% |
| Christian | 25.8% | 46.2% | -20.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darren Las was 137.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.2% higher than the Bedlinog and Trelewis average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darren Las has the 8th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Bedlinog and Trelewis and the 44th highest crime rate of 189 local areas in Merthyr Tydfil .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Darren Las, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2023-11-01 | £78,742 |
| 30 Darren Las, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,995 | 2022-11-10 | £92,159 |
| 40 Darren Las, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2022-03-30 | £81,513 |
| 9 Darren Las, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-03-29 | £131,472 |
| 42 Darren Las, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-03-15 | £94,660 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Rhyd-Y-Grug Aberfan , CF48 4NT | - not rated | 950 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynysowen Community Primary School Aberfan Road , CF48 4QQ | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhiwceibr Primary Church Street , Penrhiwceibr CF45 3YD | - not rated | 2,435 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,545 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| 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 | 3.4% |
| Median download speed | 41.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.