James Street is in Maerdy, Ferndale and in Rhondda district. CF43 4DS 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 James Street, Maerdy, Ferndale, CF43 4DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4DY, CF43 4DH, CF43 4DR, CF43 4DT, CF43 4DL, CF43 4DG, CF43 4EA, CF43 4DD, CF43 4DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF43 4DS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents 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 | 46.6% | 47.9% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 53.4% | 52.1% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF43 4DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 36.3% | 48.5% | 12.2% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 38% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 45.5% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 23.3% | 32% | 8.7% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 13.5% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 13.7% | 6.6% | -7.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 4DS this area, 36.7% 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 12.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.3% | 36.7% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.7% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 20.3% | 6.3% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.5% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 12.2% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -21.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 99.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 76.2% | 37.2% | 39.0% |
| Christian | 17.8% | 46.2% | -28.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around James Street was 51.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.9% lower than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
James Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 308th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99 James Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-09-11 | £90,000 |
| 82 James Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-04-03 | £110,769 |
| 25 James Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2023-02-06 | £104,914 |
| 86 James Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2022-10-27 | £53,855 |
| 96 James Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2022-08-05 | £67,269 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 2,655 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 2,669 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrenglyn Primary School Baglan Street , Treherbert CF42 5AF | - not rated | 2,903 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 Social Club & Institute | Church Street | 128 yd | |
| Maerdy Hotel and Wine Bar | 1 Ceridwen Street | 182 yd | |
| Maerdy Ex Servicemens Club | 50a Richard Street | 967 yd | |
| The Club House Maerdy Con | 50B Richard Street | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of Treorchy Park | Treorchy Park, Station Road | 104 yd | |
| M&M Cafe and Fish Bar | 6 Ceridwen Street | 182 yd | |
| Maerdy Grill House | 58 Maerdy Road | 269 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 50 Richard Street | 967 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.