Fforchaman Road is in Cwmaman, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 6NL is located in the Aberaman electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fforchaman Road, Cwmaman, Aberdare, CF44 6NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 6NG, CF44 6NN, CF44 6NW, CF44 6NH, CF44 6HH, CF44 6NP, CF44 6HG, CF44 6NR, CF44 6HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 6NL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 51% | 47.7% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 49% | 52.3% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 38.1% | 35.6% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 47.2% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 41.8% | 46.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 27.6% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
In the area around CF44 6NL this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.7% | 30% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 6.4% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.9% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 25.1% | 10.0% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.3% | 98.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -9.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fforchaman Road was 100.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% higher than the Aberaman average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fforchaman Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Aberaman and the 247th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Fforchaman Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-03-03 | £80,597 |
| 138 Fforchaman Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2021-09-24 | £87,392 |
| 119 Fforchaman Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2017-08-11 | £56,260 |
| 137 Fforchaman Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £45,500 | 2015-11-11 | £76,953 |
| 116 Fforchaman Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £44,500 | 2015-03-09 | £80,676 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmaman Primary Glanaman Road , CF44 6LA | - not rated | 983 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 2,024 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 2,629 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingdom of Chaos | Fforchaman Road | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shepherds Arms | Fforchaman Road | 325 yd | |
| The Falcon Retreat | 1 Incline Row | 508 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 26 Fforchneol Row | 702 yd | |
| Cwmaman Workmens and Social Club | Glanaman Road | 869 yd | |
| Brocks Bar & Grill | 196 Brynmair Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin Hao | 23 Fforchaman Road | 325 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.