Werfa Lane is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 0YS is located in the Aberdare East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Werfa Lane, Aberdare, CF44 0YS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 0YT, CF44 0SU, CF44 0QD, CF44 0QE, CF44 0ST, CF44 0QA, CF44 0GW, CF44 0QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 0YS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 54.3% | 49.7% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 45.7% | 50.3% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 CF44 0YS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 23.5% | 27% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 56.3% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 7.4% | 3.7% | 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 | 55.5% | 53.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 30.7% | 5.0% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 10% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.1% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 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 | 18.3% | 15.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 8.6% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.2% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.8% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 37.7% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.2% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
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 | 98.2% | 98.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 68.8% | 46.2% | 22.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Werfa Lane was 35.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.0% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Werfa Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 208th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danyrderi Werfa, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2024-05-21 | £599,277 |
| The Blossoms Werfa, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-05-27 | £453,426 |
| Nant Gwyn House Werfa, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2016-11-18 | £782,534 |
| Danyrderi Werfa, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2013-03-19 | £802,400 |
| 4 Werfa Lane, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2008-07-11 | £786,135 |
CF44 0YS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abernant Primary School Richmond Terrace , Abernant CF44 0SF | - not rated | 616 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caradog Primary School Clifton Street , CF44 7PB | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 2,189 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Margaret's R.C. Primary School Ty Fry , Aberdare CF44 7PP | - not rated | 2,484 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nant 19 | Aberdare Golf Club, Golf Road | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhos Wenallt Inn | Abernant Road | 11 yd | |
| Aberdare Golf Club | Golf Road | 802 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 | 65.0% |
| 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 | 35.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.