CF43 3AF is in Foxgrove Road, Ferndale and Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 3AF is located in the Tylorstown and Ynyshir electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foxgrove Road, Ferndale, CF43 3AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 3DS, CF43 3DR, CF43 3AE, CF43 3DU, CF43 3DH, CF43 3AB, CF43 3AD, CF43 3DG, CF43 3DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF43 3AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.2% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.8% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 32% | 38.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 41.7% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 7% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.4% | 32% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -16.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 38.8% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 17.4% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 10% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 27.6% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 16.5% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 16.9% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 20.6% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.9% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 99.3% | 97.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 97.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF43 3AF was 41.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.9% lower than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF43 3AF has the 8th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 250th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £28,000 | 1998-03-31 | £145,169 |
| 3, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £28,000 | 1998-03-30 | £145,169 |
CF43 3AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tylorstown Primary School Edmund Street , Tylorstown CF43 3HH | - not rated | 584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhys Primary School Penrhys , Tylorstown CF43 3PL | - not rated | 814 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 1,444 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontygwaith Primary School Graig Street , Pontygwaith CF43 3LY | - not rated | 1,566 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darran Park Primary School Brook Street , Ferndale CF43 4LE | - not rated | 1,577 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffi Croeso | ACTS Community Church, 236-237 East Road | 419 yd | |
| Llanfair Cafe | Heol-Y-Waun | 852 yd | |
| Scoops and Smiles | Oakland Terrace | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tylorstown Ex Servicemens Club | 228-229 East Road | 361 yd | |
| Tylorstown Welfare Hall & Institute | East Road | 361 yd | |
| Penrhys Hotel | Penrhys Shopping Centre | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Garden | 204 East Road | 331 yd | |
| Mario Pizza | 234 East Road | 361 yd | |
| Jim's Garden Chinese Takeaway | 19 East Road | 487 yd | |
| Bailey's Burger Bar & Dessert Parlour | 17 East Road | 495 yd | |
| New York Pizza | Y Ffynnon Centre, Heol Ioan | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | East Road | 592 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.