Postcode Analysis Merthyr Tydfil, Wales

GRIFFIN RISE, CF46 5BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRIFFIN RISE, CF46 5BJ.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CF46 5BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

CF46 5BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £385k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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CF46 5BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Griffin Rise, 0.3km from Treharris in Treharris. Administratively it sits within Treharris ward and the Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney constituency.

For families considering a move, CF46 5BJ represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k. 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 5BJ are sourced from Output Area W00006922 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF46 5BJ. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 385,000

2 sales · Mean £ 385,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CF46 5BJ has low crime rates — 29 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.

Violence and sexual offences55
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order9
Other theft7

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Snack Ranch0.9 km
  • Perrott Street Cafe0.2 km
  • Snack Ranch0.9 km
  • The Golden Fryer0.3 km
  • Fir Tree Pantry0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • RD & MR Parry Chemists Ltd0.5 km
  • RD & MR Parry Chemists Ltd0.5 km
  • The Sugar Shack by Shelley0.4 km
  • Top Square Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Vsn Convenience Store0.9 km
  • + 17 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Danygraig Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.1 km
  • The Glantaff Inn Ltd0.4 km
  • Quakers Yard Inn0.3 km
  • BDJ Navigation Limited0.4 km
  • Colliers Cwtch0.2 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op Welcome0.4 km
  • Co-op Welcome0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Tin Sang0.3 km
  • Hot Wok0.4 km
  • Tin Sang0.3 km
  • Golden Bridge0.9 km
  • Hot Wok0.4 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Quakers Yard1.1 km
  • Abercynon2.7 km
  • Merthyr Vale3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Treharris Community Centre0.2 km
  • Treharris Community Centre0.2 km
  • Perrott Inn0.2 km
  • Perrott Inn0.2 km
  • St Matthias` Church0.2 km