Oakland Villas is in Ferndale and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF43 4UB 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 Oakland Villas, Ferndale, CF43 4UB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF43 4UD, CF43 4EH, CF43 4SW, CF43 4SG, CF43 4ET, CF43 4EU, CF43 4EY, CF43 4ES, CF43 4LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF43 4UB 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 | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36% | 38.4% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 41.5% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 44.4% | 43.8% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 30.7% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 5.9% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 29.6% | 19.7% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 9.6% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 14% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.8% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 23.6% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 7% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 30.2% | 46.2% | -16.0% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 12.4% | 6.0% | 6.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakland Villas was 93.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.4% lower than the Ferndale and Maerdy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakland Villas has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ferndale and Maerdy and the 270th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oakland Villas, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-09-20 | £169,369 |
| 3 Oakland Villas, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2014-04-04 | £175,942 |
| 3 Oakland Villas, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2011-09-02 | £197,867 |
| 3 Oakland Villas, Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2008-02-11 | £107,499 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y.G.G. Llyn-y-Forwyn Darran Terrace , Ferndale CF43 4LG | - not rated | 467 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darran Park Primary School Brook Street , Ferndale CF43 4LE | - not rated | 584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhys Primary School Penrhys , Tylorstown CF43 3PL | - not rated | 1,566 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tylorstown Primary School Edmund Street , Tylorstown CF43 3HH | - not rated | 1,577 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bodringallt Primary School Bodringallt Terrace , Ystrad CF41 7QE | - not rated | 2,065 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoops and Smiles | Oakland Terrace | 109 yd | |
| Y Siop Fach Sero | 72 High Street | 658 yd | |
| Lindy Lou's Tearoom | 43 High Street | 832 yd | |
| Mandy's Bistro | 35 High Street | 832 yd | |
| Plaice on The Strand | 5 The Strand | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Hotel | Dyffryn Street | 343 yd | |
| Ferndale Business & Professional Mens Club | 65-66 Dyffryn Street | 561 yd | |
| Ferndale Labour Club And Institute | 21 Lake Street | 688 yd | |
| Ferndale Band Musical Club & Institute | 53-55 Lake Street | 850 yd | |
| Ferndale Conservative Club | 56-57 Lake Street | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Wok | 12 Dyffryn Street | 270 yd | |
| Jin Ocean | 62 Dyffryn Street | 561 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab House | 74 High Street | 711 yd | |
| Kapados | 26 High Street | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 60 High Street | 734 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.