CF46 5BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pentwyn Road, 0.2km from Berthlwyd, Pentwyn in Treharris. Administratively it sits within Treharris ward and the Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, down 30.6% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CF46 5BS are sourced from Output Area W00006912 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENTWYN ROAD, CF46 5BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENTWYN ROAD, CF46 5BS.
306
44
£ 37,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF46 5BS spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 30.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF46 5BS. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 360,000
8 sales · Mean £ 397,500
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
2 sales · Mean £ 120,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF46 5BS has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- The Sugar Shack by Shelley1.0 km
- Top Square Convenience Store0.9 km
- Top Square Convenience Store0.9 km
- Quick Stop Convenience Stores0.9 km
- A & S Jones (General Store)0.9 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- The Hollybush0.9 km
- Danygraig Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.8 km
- The Glantaff Inn Ltd0.4 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.4 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.4 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Welcome1.0 km
- Co-op Welcome1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Tin Sang0.4 km
- Hot Wok1.0 km
- Tin Sang0.4 km
- Hot Wok1.0 km
- Tien Tien Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Fir Tree Pantry0.9 km
- Perrott Street Cafe0.7 km
- The Golden Fryer0.9 km
- Fir Tree Pantry0.9 km
- Perrott Street Cafe0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Quakers Yard1.5 km
- Abercynon2.5 km
- Merthyr Vale4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Pentwyn Cottages0.2 km
- Pentwyn Cottages0.2 km
- Wingfield Terrace0.3 km
- Wingfield Terrace0.3 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CF465BS · Data under Open Government Licence