Maerdy Road is in Maerdy, Ferndale and in Rhondda district. CF43 4AG is located in the Ferndale and Maerdy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maerdy Road, Maerdy, Ferndale, CF43 4AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4AF, CF43 4AY, CF43 4BH, CF43 4AH, CF43 4BG, CF43 4BA, CF43 4BL, CF43 4DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF43 4AG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.5% | 1.0% | 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.
In the immediate area around CF43 4AG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.4% 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 | 42.9% | 48.4% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.8% | 22.3% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -21.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 15.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 10.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 (65.1%) 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 | 37.4% | 35.7% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 29.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 19.1% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 15.5% | 13.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 9.2% |
| Very bad health | 5.7% | 2.6% | -3.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 4AG this area, 38.2% 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 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.5% | 38.2% | -16.3% | 18.2% | 20.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 9.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 5.9% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.1% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 11.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 0.5% | 5.4% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 98.9% | 92.3% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 6.4% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 92.7% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.2% | 76.7% | -20.5% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 37% | 13.5% | 23.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.8% | 37.2% | 30.6% |
| Christian | 23.7% | 46.2% | -22.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maerdy Road was 197.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.9% higher than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maerdy Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 81st highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.0%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Maerdy Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2004-10-25 | £62,609 |
| 6 Maerdy Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2004-05-24 | £121,263 |
| 6 Maerdy Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2002-07-12 | £99,605 |
| 5 Maerdy Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £28,000 | 2002-03-22 | £126,565 |
| Brook Villa Maerdy Road, Ferndale, Mid Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £13,500 | 1996-03-21 | £66,702 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 934 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaman Primary Glanaman Road , CF44 6LA | - not rated | 2,765 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 2,890 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maerdy Ex Servicemens Club | 50a Richard Street | 373 yd | |
| The Club House Maerdy Con | 50B Richard Street | 408 yd | |
| Maerdy Hotel and Wine Bar | 1 Ceridwen Street | 443 yd | |
| Maerdy Social Club & Institute | Church Street | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maerdy Grill House | 58 Maerdy Road | 344 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 50 Richard Street | 373 yd | |
| M&M Cafe and Fish Bar | 6 Ceridwen Street | 443 yd | |
| Friends of Treorchy Park | Treorchy Park, Station Road | 704 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 | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.