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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 None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 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
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
N/A
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
23.05(-32%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.23(-14%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.98(+9%)
Public order
4.88(-41%)
Other theft
2.07(-55%)
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%
Chinese
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 97 recent sales, the median property price is £262,500 in Bedwas & Trethomas area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,000 up to £620,000.

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
Semi-Detached44£247,500
Terraced22£217,500
Detached29£342,995
Flats2£102,000

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

CF838ES

Mountain Road

CF838DZ

Bedwas Road

CF838EA

Church Street

CF838GL

The Bryn

CF838GP

The Bryn

CF838AG

The Crescent

CF838HN

Mary Street

CF838DH

William Street

CF838HU

Maritime Court

CF838RR

Penllwyn Lane

CF838JG

Greenway

CF838FH

Golwg Yr Eglwys

CF838HX

Bedwas Court

CF838FA

Bryn Heol

CF838ER

Mountain Road

CF838BP

Ash Grove

CF838HJ

Cornfield Rise

CF838BU

Newport Road

CF838FZ

Upper Glyn Gwyn Street

CF838EF

Tydfil Road

CF838HZ

Bedwas and Trethomas

CF838RE

Summerfield Lane

CF838BG

Celtic Way

CF838TT

Shelley Court

CF838FW

Swanbridge Court

CF838GH

Bryn Dolwen

CF838JW

Holly Field Rise

CF838AL

Park Avenue

CF838EE

St Mary Street

CF838HF

Three Oaks Close

CF838GT

Elm Grove

CF838FP

Tyn Y Wern Terrace

CF838EQ

Pandy Mawr Road

CF838JB

Bryn Ffynnon

CF838HA

Meadow View

CF838FQ

Tyn Y Wern Villas

CF838FB

Bryn Heol

CF838JH

Bedwas and Trethomas

CF838GS

Brynyfran Avenue

CF838AF

The Crescent

CF838FY

James Street

CF838AN

Brynfedw

CF838YE

Newport Road

CF838GW

Llanfabon Drive

CF838XD

Pantglas Industrial Estate

CF838DF

Standard Street

CF838XL

Riverside Park

CF838FJ

Ashleigh Villas

CF838HL

Dol Y Pandy

CF838EZ

Felinfach

CF838AQ

Bryn Glas

CF838GQ

Bevan Rise

CF838DJ

Navigation Street

CF838YB

Newport Road

CF838DS

Coed Y Pandy

CF838GR

Bevan Close

CF838BX

Clos Pantglas

CF838GA

Lower Glyn Gwyn Street

CF838JJ

Bedwas and Trethomas

CF838BA

Bryngwyn Street

CF838AH

Cross Street

CF838HR

Dan Y Deri

CF838GJ

Llanfabon Drive

CF838HS

Derwyn Las

CF838AR

Bryn Glas

CF838EX

St Catherines Close

CF838EJ

Pandy Road

CF838EB

Church Street

Data Sources

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