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Ferndale and Maerdy

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About

Ferndale and Maerdy is a ward in the upper Rhondda Fach valley. The area is defined by its steep valley sides and the river running through its floor. Settlements developed historically around the coal industry, with terraced housing lining the hillsides. The landscape remains heavily shaped by this industrial past, with former colliery sites visible in the terrain.

The community is centred along the A4233 road, which connects the villages. Local facilities include schools, community centres, and shops serving the residential population. The area is known for its strong choral and rugby traditions, reflecting its cultural heritage. Maerdy, at the northern end of the valley, marks a notable terminus of the Rhondda road network.

Area overview

On average Ferndale and Maerdy has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ferndale and Maerdy is £37,810 per year. Ferndale and Maerdy is home to around 7,144 people, with a population density of about 495.9 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
80
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
1/10
Social housing
13.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ferndale and Maerdy Population
7,144
Population density
495.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.95(+30%)
Public order
9.8(+19%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.24(-29%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.86(-7%)
Burglary
4.2(+79%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,975
97.62%
Other White
71
0.99%
Chinese
14
0.2%
Other Asian
14
0.2%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.15%
Total population: 7,145

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,744
29.8%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,165
19.9%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
931
15.91%
Level 3 (A level)
921
15.74%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
572
9.77%
Total 16+ residents: 5,853

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,390
43.1%
Owns with a mortgage
662
20.53%
Private landlord or letting agency
576
17.86%
Other social rented
278
8.62%
Social rents from council
204
6.33%
Total households: 3,225

Property prices in Ferndale and Maerdy

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £94,500 in Ferndale and Maerdy area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £352,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ferndale and Maerdy in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ferndale and Maerdy over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£225,000
Semi-Detached4£121,000
Terraced64£90,000

10 years median price trend in Ferndale and Maerdy

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ferndale and Maerdy.

All postcodes in Ferndale and Maerdy

CF434NT

Baptist Square

CF434LB

King Street

CF434AP

Excelsior Terrace

CF434PW

Hillside View

CF434SD

Britannia Place

CF434PG

Blaenllechau Road

CF434NA

Brynderwen Court

CF434TE

Marshfield Road

CF434BT

Maerdy Road

CF434TL

Maes Y Rhedyn

CF434HP

Cross Lake Street

CF434NR

Glyn View

CF434HS

Teifi Terrace

CF434LD

Brynhyfryd Terrace

CF434AU

Richard Street

CF434NY

Baptist Row

CF434BE

Station Terrace

CF434AT

Glanville Terrace

CF434RE

North Road

CF434AG

Maerdy Road

CF434RT

Maxwell Street

CF434NE

Station Road

CF434AF

Brook Street

CF434LH

Llyn Crescent

CF434SB

Francis Street

CF434RH

High Street

CF434BD

Maerdy Cottages

CF434TA

Highfield

CF434LR

Rhondda Road

CF434NS

Ferndale and Maerdy

CF434AE

Maerdy Road

CF434EH

Duffryn Street

CF434DG

Griffith Street

CF434EL

Duffryn Street

CF434PE

Princess Street

CF434AB

Maerdy Industrial Estate

CF434SU

The Parade

CF434ST

Morris Terrace

CF434PT

Church Street

CF434LF

Rhondda Terrace

CF434LU

Rhondda Road

CF434ES

Duffryn Street

CF434EW

Duffryn Street

CF434SF

Brown Street

CF434PD

Middle Row

CF434BQ

Oxford Street

CF434NW

Albert Street

CF434BW

Springfield Road

CF434DE

Wrgant Place

CF434XX

High Street

CF434RN

High Street

CF434BH

Rowley Terrace

CF434LE

Brook Street

CF434AR

Blake Street

CF434SG

Protheroe Street

CF434RR

High Street

CF434BP

Mona Place

CF434DA

Ceridwen Street

CF434HE

Lake Street

CF434HH

Beech Street

CF434DN

School Street

CF434DJ

North Terrace

CF434NG

Taff Street

CF434DW

Wilson Place

CF434TR

Hillcrest View

CF434SX

Highfield Industrial Estate

CF434LT

Bryngoleu Crescent

CF434RA

North Road

CF434UB

Oakland Villas

CF434PB

Luton Street

CF434AS

Excelsior Terrace

CF434SE

Pleasant Hill

CF434HG

Wood Street

CF434SW

New Street

CF434LY

The Strand

CF434AY

Royal Cottages

CF434NU

Baptist Row

CF434PS

North Road

CF434PU

Oak Street

CF434DF

Wood Street

CF434RB

Pine Street

CF434SN

New Street

CF434PH

Wind Street

CF434PA

Mountain Row

CF434HR

Frederick Street

CF434UD

Oakland Terrace

CF434LN

Rhondda Fechan Farm Estate

CF434PY

Elm Street

CF434LS

Woodville Place

CF434DB

Church Street

CF434EP

Duffryn Street

CF434HF

Lake Street

CF434SY

Ffaldau Terrace

CF434RY

Greenhill

CF434NN

Commercial Street

CF434HA

Regent Street

CF434RD

Fir Street

CF434NB

Ferndale and Maerdy

CF434DL

Thomas Street

CF434EY

Duffryn Cottages

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.