High Street is in Ferndale and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 4RP 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 High Street, Ferndale, CF43 4RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4RT, CF43 4RR, CF43 4SA, CF43 4RN, CF43 4RL, CF43 4HE, CF43 4SB, CF43 4RY, CF43 4SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF43 4RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.5% | 33.8% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 41.4% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 9.6% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 38.1% | 42.7% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 34% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 14.5% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 10.8% | 6.6% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 24.5% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 9.2% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 9.7% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 24.5% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.2% | 95.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.5% | 37.2% | 26.3% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 163.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% higher than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 125th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69A High Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2006-12-18 | £106,710 |
| 69A High Street, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2005-10-05 | £351,413 |
CF43 4RP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darran Park Primary School Brook Street , Ferndale CF43 4LE | - not rated | 203 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 376 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhys Primary School Penrhys , Tylorstown CF43 3PL | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tylorstown Primary School Edmund Street , Tylorstown CF43 3HH | - not rated | 2,259 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Siop Fach Sero | 72 High Street | 36 yd | |
| Lindy Lou's Tearoom | 43 High Street | 150 yd | |
| Mandy's Bistro | 35 High Street | 150 yd | |
| Plaice on The Strand | 5 The Strand | 206 yd | |
| Scoops and Smiles | Oakland Terrace | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Labour Club And Institute | 21 Lake Street | 81 yd | |
| Ferndale Business & Professional Mens Club | 65-66 Dyffryn Street | 133 yd | |
| Ferndale Band Musical Club & Institute | 53-55 Lake Street | 187 yd | |
| Ferndale Conservative Club | 56-57 Lake Street | 187 yd | |
| Ferndale Imperial Cons Work Club | Rhondda Road | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmaris Kebab House | 74 High Street | 26 yd | |
| Jin Ocean | 62 Dyffryn Street | 133 yd | |
| Kapados | 26 High Street | 150 yd | |
| Happy Wok | 12 Dyffryn Street | 447 yd | |
| Pizza Point & BBQ | 39 Commercial Street | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 60 High Street | 50 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.