East Road is in Tylorstown, Ferndale and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 3HG 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 East Road, Tylorstown, Ferndale, CF43 3HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 3HF, CF43 3HE, CF43 3HJ, CF43 3AR, CF43 3DB, CF43 3HL, CF43 3AN, CF43 3AW, CF43 3AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF43 3HG is primarily male, with 55.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 44.6% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -6.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 55.4% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 6.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF43 3HG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.8% | 62.9% | 15.1% | 37.9% | 25.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 19.5% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -24.7% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 43.1% | 40.2% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 27% | 33.2% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 5.8% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 CF43 3HG this area, 37.8% 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.9% | 37.8% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 19.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 9.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 19.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 11.2% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 10.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 91% | 87.2% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 84.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 84.8% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 85.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 13.7% | 9.6% | 2.9% | 10.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 | 59.5% | 76.7% | -17.2% |
| Portugal | 5.4% | 0.5% | 4.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 34.6% | 13.5% | 21.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60% | 37.2% | 22.8% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Road was 106.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.5% higher than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 227th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 6 Queens Square Court, 247 - 248 East Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2022-04-14 | £37,379 |
| Flat 7 Queens Square Court, 247 - 248 East Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £28,000 | 2021-07-13 | £29,756 |
| Flat 2 Queens Square Court, 247 - 248 East Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £24,950 | 2020-03-12 | £32,127 |
| Flat 7 Queens Square Court, 247 - 248 East Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £28,500 | 2019-12-20 | £34,854 |
| Flat 4 Queens Square Court, 247 - 248 East Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £26,750 | 2019-12-19 | £32,714 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF43 3HG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tylorstown Primary School Edmund Street , Tylorstown CF43 3HH | - not rated | 154 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhys Primary School Penrhys , Tylorstown CF43 3PL | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontygwaith Primary School Graig Street , Pontygwaith CF43 3LY | - not rated | 1,046 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontrhondda Primary School Pontrhondda Road , Llwynypia CF40 2SZ | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 1,949 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 | 165 yd | |
| Llanfair Cafe | Heol-Y-Waun | 787 yd | |
| Cinnamon Spice | 2 Llewellyn Street | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tylorstown Welfare Hall & Institute | East Road | 266 yd | |
| Tylorstown Ex Servicemens Club | 228-229 East Road | 266 yd | |
| Penrhys Hotel | Penrhys Shopping Centre | 691 yd | |
| Tylorstown Community Club/RFC | Penrhys Road | 820 yd | |
| Pontygwaith Non Political Workingmens Club | Cosmo Hall, Dolgwilym Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey's Burger Bar & Dessert Parlour | 17 East Road | 46 yd | |
| Jim's Garden Chinese Takeaway | 19 East Road | 54 yd | |
| Mario Pizza | 234 East Road | 266 yd | |
| Mayfair Garden | 204 East Road | 535 yd | |
| New York Pizza | Y Ffynnon Centre, Heol Ioan | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | East Road | 94 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 | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 12.5% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.