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Aberdare West and Llwydcoed

About

Aberdare West and Llwydcoed is a ward within the town of Aberdare, situated in the Cynon Valley. The area encompasses residential neighbourhoods on the valley slopes, with views towards the surrounding hills. It includes local amenities, schools, and community facilities serving its population. The ward contains areas of older terraced housing alongside more modern developments, reflecting the town's historical growth.

The ward is bordered by the River Cynon and includes the distinct community of Llwydcoed to the north. This area has historical connections to the iron and coal industries, with some former industrial sites now repurposed. Local geography is defined by its position within the valley, with green spaces and wooded areas on the higher ground. The ward functions primarily as a residential part of the wider Aberdare community.

Area overview

On average Aberdare West and Llwydcoed has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Aberdare West and Llwydcoed is £40,958 per year. Aberdare West and Llwydcoed is home to around 9,642 people, with a population density of about 441.8 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Aberdare West and Llwydcoed Population

9,642

Population density

441.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

39.2(+7%)

Anti-social behaviour

10.37(-29%)

Public order

9.85(+10%)

Criminal damage and arson

8.09(0%)

Other theft

3.73(-26%)

Wales average

Demographics

British

9,332

96.79%

Other White

127

1.32%

Other Asian

0.25%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.24%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.21%

Total population: 9,641

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,539

31.37%

No qualifications

1,621

20.02%

Level 3 (A level)

1,311

16.2%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,250

15.44%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

700

8.65%

Total 16+ residents: 8,095

Housing

Owns outright

1,797

42.33%

Owns with a mortgage

1,351

31.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

499

11.76%

Other social rented

264

6.22%

Social rents from council

203

4.78%

Total households: 4,245

Property prices in Aberdare West and Llwydcoed

Based on 110 recent sales, the median property price is £174,998 in Aberdare West and Llwydcoed area, with individual transactions ranging from £49,000 up to £465,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Aberdare West and Llwydcoed over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£260,000	£136,500	£207,500	£342,500	£431,000
Flats	2	£67,500	£61,650	£64,250	£70,750	£73,350
Semi-Detached	32	£193,975	£123,872	£171,246	£231,000	£276,250
Terraced	53	£141,000	£85,000	£118,500	£170,000	£220,000

10 years median price trend in Aberdare West and Llwydcoed

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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About

Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Aberdare West and Llwydcoed

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