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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 high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 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
83
Deprivation level
8/10
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
44.79(+22%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.94(-32%)
Public order
9.94(+11%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.54(+6%)
Other theft
5.74(+14%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,975
97.62%
Other White
71
0.99%
Other Asian
14
0.2%
Chinese
14
0.2%
White and Black African (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 61 recent sales, the median property price is £95,000 in Ferndale and Maerdy area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,500 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
Terraced53£93,000

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

CF434HF

Lake Street

CF434RH

High Street

CF434LL

Tudor Street

CF434NH

Walter Street

CF434RN

High Street

CF434HU

Irfon Terrace

CF434LE

Brook Street

CF434RG

North Road

CF434AY

Royal Cottages

CF434PD

Middle Row

CF434BU

Maerdy Road

CF434HG

Wood Street

CF434AH

Blake Street

CF434DE

Wrgant Place

CF434ET

Brynteg Terrace

CF434PY

Elm Street

CF434HB

Regent Street

CF434NN

Commercial Street

CF434BD

Maerdy Cottages

CF434BL

Oxford Street

CF434HA

Regent Street

CF434RB

Pine Street

CF434SW

New Street

CF434DU

Miles Street

CF434AG

Maerdy Road

CF434DD

North Terrace

CF434DF

Wood Street

CF434DG

Griffith Street

CF434DL

Thomas Street

CF434DS

James Street

CF434EP

Duffryn Street

CF434HE

Lake Street

CF434LB

King Street

CF434NT

Baptist Square

CF434EY

Duffryn Cottages

CF434PW

Hillside View

CF434AU

Richard Street

CF434DR

Hill Street

CF434HR

Frederick Street

CF434SD

Britannia Place

CF434HL

Lake Street

CF434LA

Brynhyfryd Terrace

CF434NS

Ferndale and Maerdy

CF434PT

Church Street

CF434LG

Darran Terrace

CF434PE

Princess Street

CF434PS

North Road

CF434TF

Is Y Coed

CF434DJ

North Terrace

CF434EU

Graig Terrace

CF434LX

Rhondda Fechan Farm Estate

CF434SL

Albany Street

CF434LU

Rhondda Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.