Fern Street is in Gilfach Goch, Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 8TP is located in the Gilfach-goch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fern Street, Gilfach Goch, Porth, CF39 8TP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 8TW, CF39 8TF, CF39 8TN, CF39 8TG, CF39 8UG, CF39 8TL, CF39 8TT, CF39 8TB, CF39 8UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF39 8TP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 50.5% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 44.9% | 49.5% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.5% | 32.2% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 45.8% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38% | 44.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 29.7% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 12.2% | -7.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 8.6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 CF39 8TP this area, 33.6% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.1% | 33.6% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.3% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 15.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 16.6% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.5% | 37.2% | 27.3% |
| Christian | 30.1% | 46.2% | -16.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fern Street was 63.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.2% lower than the Gilfach-goch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fern Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Gilfach-goch and the 388th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Fern Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-04-04 | £194,232 |
| 7 Fern Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2023-12-01 | £160,471 |
| 3 Fern Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2022-09-01 | £112,909 |
| 1 Fern Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-06-24 | £183,622 |
| 24 Fern Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2020-11-27 | £141,803 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendreforgan Community Primary School Hendrefogan , CF39 8UH | - not rated | 551 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercerdin Primary School Kenry Street , Evanstown CF39 8RS | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonyrefail Community School Gilfach Road , CF39 8HG | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G.G. Tonyrefail School Street , Tonyrefail CF39 8LE | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Williamstown Primary School Dinas Isaf West , Williamstown CF40 1AG | - not rated | 3,533 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llewellyn Valley Caterers | Gilfach Goch Recreational Centre, Cambrian Avenue | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Legion | 17 Cambrian Avenue | 99 yd | |
| Molly O'D's Irish Pub | 20 High Street | 1,028 yd | |
| Gilfach Goch RFC | 73 High Street | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hippy Chippy | 61 Cambrian Avenue | 99 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 34 Heol-Y-Grug | 719 yd | |
| Memo's Kebab and Pizza House | 70 High Street | 1,028 yd |
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.