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Merthyr Mawr, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Merthyr Mawr is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 279. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 279 |
| Population Density | 84 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.4861°, -3.6086° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.6 inches (1,768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,093 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Merthyr Mawr
Merthyr Mawr is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 279. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Merthyr Mawr vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Merthyr Mawr vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,093 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $264,598 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,249 |
| 7% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.3% |
| Housing Units | 112 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.4861°N, 3.6086°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | — | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.1 in |
Merthyr Mawr has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.0% |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 46.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Merthyr Mawr
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trelales Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Merthyr Mawr
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | — | MP3 | |
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | — | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Merthyr Mawr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre | ||||
| Afan Forest Mining museum | ||||
| Cefn Coed Colliery Museum | ||||
| Cefn Junction | ||||
| Cowbridge & District Museum | ||||
| Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Nash Point Fog Horn | ||||
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | ||||
| Porthcawl Museum | ||||
| Rhondda Heritage Park | ||||
| South Wales Aviation Musuem |
Libraries in Merthyr Mawr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aberkenfig Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwmafan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferndale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantrisant Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Heath Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountain Ash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountain Ash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontardawe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontyclun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthcawl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Resolven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Athan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taibach Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonypandy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Treorchy Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Merthyr Mawr
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Llewellyn Jenkins | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Neath Indoor Market |
Restaurants in Merthyr Mawr
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Merthyr Mawr
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Merthyr Mawr
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merthyr Mawr
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Merthyr Mawr
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Merthyr Mawr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Merthyr Mawr
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | — | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Merthyr Mawr
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Laleston Post Office and Store |
Treatment Centers in Merthyr Mawr
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Matters Wales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merthyr Mawr
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Baptist Church | |
| St. David's Church | |
| St. Teilo's | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Merthyr Mawr
What is the population of Merthyr Mawr?
Merthyr Mawr has a population of 279 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Merthyr Mawr expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,093, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,598 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Merthyr Mawr?
Merthyr Mawr has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Merthyr Mawr?
Merthyr Mawr has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 25 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Merthyr Mawr?
The median home value in Merthyr Mawr is $264,598. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.
How are the schools in Merthyr Mawr?
30.0% of adults in Merthyr Mawr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Merthyr Mawr?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Merthyr Mawr is 2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home. 7.6% of residents have a disability.