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Bedwas & Trethomas

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About

Bedwas & Trethomas are neighbouring villages situated in the Caerphilly basin, north of the town itself. The area is defined by its position along the Rhymney River and the surrounding steep, wooded valley slopes. Residential housing is a mix of traditional terraces and more modern developments, with local commerce concentrated along main roads like Bedwas High Street. The landscape is marked by the visible presence of former industrial sites, reflecting the area's historical reliance on coal mining.

A significant local feature is the Bedwas Navigation Colliery site, whose remaining winding gear and headframe stand as a prominent landmark. The Sirhowy Valley Walk and local parks provide green space, while Bedwas Workmen's Hall serves as a community hub. The area is connected by major roads including the A468, with the M4 corridor to the south influencing its modern character as a residential settlement.

Area overview

On average Bedwas & Trethomas has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bedwas & Trethomas is £42,086 per year. Bedwas & Trethomas is home to around 6,767 people, with a population density of about 610.1 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
16.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bedwas & Trethomas Population
6,767
Population density
610.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
39.31(+7%)
Anti-social behaviour
16.4(+13%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.64(+32%)
Public order
7.54(-16%)
Other theft
3.55(-30%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,517
96.29%
Other White
88
1.3%
Indian
25
0.37%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
25
0.37%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.3%
Total population: 6,768

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,402
25.21%
No qualifications
1,302
23.41%
Level 3 (A level)
925
16.63%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
842
15.14%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
604
10.86%
Total 16+ residents: 5,561

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,082
37.26%
Owns with a mortgage
956
32.92%
Social rents from council
375
12.91%
Private landlord or letting agency
267
9.19%
Other social rented
156
5.37%
Total households: 2,904

Property prices in Bedwas & Trethomas

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Bedwas & Trethomas area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £745,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bedwas & Trethomas 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 Bedwas & Trethomas over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£339,995
Flats2£115,750
Semi-Detached35£240,000
Terraced23£187,000

10 years median price trend in Bedwas & Trethomas

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bedwas & Trethomas.

All postcodes in Bedwas & Trethomas

CF838BZ

Greenacre Gardens

CF838FL

Heol Yr Ysgol

CF838RR

Penllwyn Lane

CF838AT

Brynteg

CF838BS

Central Houses

CF838FG

Alma Cottages

CF838HW

Greenway

CF838YB

Newport Road

CF838BD

Rectory Gardens

CF838FF

Colliery Road

CF838HF

Three Oaks Close

CF838HN

Mary Street

CF838JB

Bryn Ffynnon

CF838XP

Bedwas Road

CF838DG

Standard Villas

CF838BA

Bryngwyn Street

CF838DE

Standard Street

CF838EW

Garth View

CF838JS

Long Field Avenue

CF838JU

Stone Field Road

CF838BG

Celtic Way

CF838FX

William Street

CF838GW

Llanfabon Drive

CF838DD

Clos Tyrywen

CF838ES

Mountain Road

CF838HH

Greenacre Drive

CF838HJ

Cornfield Rise

CF838QZ

Old Station Yard

CF838FA

Bryn Heol

CF838FH

Golwg Yr Eglwys

CF838GU

Hazel Grove

CF838TT

Shelley Court

CF838AH

Cross Street

CF838BE

Laurel Court

CF838FE

Brynawel

CF838HD

Nursery Rise

CF838JT

Hedge Field Way

CF838DA

Newport Road

CF838HU

Maritime Court

CF838XL

Riverside Park

CF838DL

Coronation Street

CF838DP

Thomas Street

CF838ER

Mountain Road

CF838FJ

Ashleigh Villas

CF838FU

High Street

CF838GH

Bryn Dolwen

CF838JH

Bedwas and Trethomas

CF838DT

Glebe Road

CF838EF

Tydfil Road

CF838AP

Brynfedw

CF838EL

Pandy Road

CF838HB

Cherry Tree Close

CF838AQ

Bryn Glas

CF838BY

Newport Road

CF838HX

Bedwas Court

CF838BH

St Margarets Close

CF838AR

Bryn Glas

CF838AW

Bryntirion

CF838RE

Summerfield Lane

CF838BJ

Newport Road

CF838BQ

Birch Grove

CF838JQ

Pandy Road

CF838JR

Gate Field Close

CF838GF

Greenway

CF838FS

Roundabout Court

CF838HQ

Maes Y Pandy

CF838DH

William Street

CF838FY

James Street

Data Sources

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