Brookfield Road is in Maerdy, Ferndale and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 4TS 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 Brookfield Road, Maerdy, Ferndale, CF43 4TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4TE, CF43 4TR, CF43 4AS, CF43 4AP, CF43 4AT, CF43 4AW, CF43 4TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF43 4TS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 52.5% | 52.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.5% | 47.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 4TS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 49% | 49.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 26.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 12% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.2%) 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 | 31.1% | 31.3% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -17.1% |
| Good health | 30% | 34.9% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 25.3% | 20.6% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 9.9% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 4TS this area, 39.2% 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 9.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.4% | 39.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 21.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 14.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 18.2% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 11% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.2% | 9.1% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -24.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 99.2% | 98.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 98.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 48.2% | 76.7% | -28.5% |
| No passport held | 51.8% | 13.5% | 38.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 73.1% | 37.2% | 35.9% |
| Christian | 19.2% | 46.2% | -27.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookfield Road was 217.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 122.8% higher than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookfield Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 66th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 162.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Brookfield Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2019-01-18 | £52,112 |
| 34 Brookfield Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2017-09-04 | £54,953 |
| 7 Brookfield Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2012-06-15 | £88,059 |
| 34 Brookfield Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2010-10-01 | £54,684 |
| 43 Brookfield Road, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2008-11-21 | £35,868 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 316 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darran Park Primary School Brook Street , Ferndale CF43 4LE | - not rated | 2,077 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 2,410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ton Pentre Junior School Bailey Street , Ton Pentre CF41 7EL | - not rated | 2,589 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Club House Maerdy Con | 50B Richard Street | 460 yd | |
| Maerdy Ex Servicemens Club | 50a Richard Street | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Chippy | 50 Richard Street | 481 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 | 48 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.