CF46 5AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Gardens, 0.1km from Quaker's Yard in Treharris. Administratively it sits within Treharris ward and the Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney constituency.
For families considering a move, CF46 5AL represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 5AL are sourced from Output Area W00006926 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GARDENS, CF46 5AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GARDENS, CF46 5AL.
271
45
£ 37,300 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF46 5AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF46 5AL is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF46 5AL. The average age is 45.3. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF46 5AL has low crime rates — 19 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
18 nearby- RD & MR Parry Chemists Ltd0.8 km
- RD & MR Parry Chemists Ltd0.8 km
- The Sugar Shack by Shelley0.7 km
- Top Square Convenience Store0.6 km
- Geetha Stores (Formerly Londis)0.7 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Danygraig Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.4 km
- The Glantaff Inn Ltd0.1 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.0 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.0 km
- The Glantaff Inn Ltd0.1 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Welcome0.7 km
- Co-op Welcome0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Tin Sang0.0 km
- Hot Wok0.6 km
- Tin Sang0.0 km
- Hot Wok0.6 km
- Tien Tien Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Fir Tree Pantry0.4 km
- Perrott Street Cafe0.4 km
- The Golden Fryer0.6 km
- Fir Tree Pantry0.4 km
- Perrott Street Cafe0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Quakers Yard1.2 km
- Abercynon2.5 km
- Merthyr Vale3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Quakers Yard Inn0.0 km
- New Bridge0.1 km
- Quakers Yard Inn0.1 km
- New Bridge0.1 km
- Wingfield Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF465AL · Data under Open Government Licence