Richard Street is in Maerdy, Ferndale and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 4AN 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 Richard Street, Maerdy, Ferndale, CF43 4AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4TG, CF43 4TL, CF43 4TP, CF43 4AT, CF43 4AW, CF43 4AY, CF43 4AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF43 4AN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 52.1% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 48.3% | 47.9% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF43 4AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.5% | 36.1% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 52.8% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (69.7%) 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 | 37.5% | 38.4% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 31.3% | 4.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 21% | 21.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 27.7% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 17.4% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 5.1% | -2.9% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 13.4% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 23.7% | 16.0% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 34.9% | 46.2% | -11.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richard Street was 53.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.9% lower than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Richard Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 323rd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Richard Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £129,995 | 2024-08-21 | £131,561 |
| 69 Richard Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-01-20 | £115,920 |
| 65 Richard Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2022-12-19 | £92,359 |
| 83 Richard Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-10-24 | £116,855 |
| 100 Richard Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2021-09-30 | £80,808 |
CF43 4AN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF43 4AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 529 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darran Park Primary School Brook Street , Ferndale CF43 4LE | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaman Primary Glanaman Road , CF44 6LA | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Club House Maerdy Con | 50B Richard Street | 1 yd | |
| Maerdy Ex Servicemens Club | 50a Richard Street | 46 yd | |
| Maerdy Hotel and Wine Bar | 1 Ceridwen Street | 826 yd | |
| Maerdy Social Club & Institute | Church Street | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Chippy | 50 Richard Street | 46 yd | |
| Maerdy Grill House | 58 Maerdy Road | 730 yd | |
| M&M Cafe and Fish Bar | 6 Ceridwen Street | 826 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 | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.