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Cilfynydd

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About

Cilfynydd is a community ward situated in the Cynon Valley, northwest of Pontypridd. The area is characterised by its steep valley sides and residential streets, with housing primarily consisting of terraced and semi-detached homes. The ward is bordered by the River Taff, which has historically influenced its development. Land use is largely residential, with local services concentrated along the main thoroughfares serving the community.

The landscape is dominated by the surrounding wooded hillsides, which form a distinct backdrop. A notable local feature is the large, disused cooling towers of the former Cilfynydd power station, which remain a prominent landmark in the valley. The Taff Trail, a long-distance walking and cycling route, follows the river through the area, providing a green corridor. Community facilities include a primary school and several recreational spaces.

Area overview

On average Cilfynydd has average deprivation and low crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 28% below the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cilfynydd is £44,649 per year. Cilfynydd is home to around 2,939 people, with a population density of about 711.2 per km².

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cilfynydd Population
2,939
Population density
711.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.03(0%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.51(-35%)
Public order
7.49(-9%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.44(-26%)
Other theft
4.76(+4%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,783
94.6%
Other White
73
2.48%
African
21
0.71%
Indian
11
0.37%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.37%
Total population: 2,942

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
624
26.33%
No qualifications
494
20.84%
Level 3 (A level)
445
18.78%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
360
15.19%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
254
10.72%
Total 16+ residents: 2,370

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
465
37.14%
Owns with a mortgage
450
35.94%
Private landlord or letting agency
207
16.53%
Other social rented
56
4.47%
Social rents from council
43
3.43%
Total households: 1,252

Property prices in Cilfynydd

Median price£145,000
Price per sq ft£178
Sales (last 12 months)36
Typical range (middle 50%)£125K – £170K

Based on 36 recent sales, the median property price is £145,000 (about £178 per square foot) in Cilfynydd area, with individual transactions ranging from £33,600 up to £360,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Cilfynydd over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached1£270,000£230
Semi-Detached6£182,500£245
Terraced28£138,000£169
Flats1£80,000£128

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Cilfynydd

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cilfynydd.
YearSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£125,000£91,975
2017£118,000£78,250
2018£125,000£94,000
2019£131,000£105,000
2020£126,000£117,500
2021£155,000£125,000
2022£165,000£130,000
2023£160,000£135,000
2024£177,500£134,925
2025£185,000£135,500
2026£155,000£140,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cilfynydd.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Cilfynydd.
YearSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£121£102
2017£133£93
2018£144£107
2019£169£116
2020£124£133
2021£170£149
2022£189£157
2023£166£162
2024£239£164
2025£249£166
2026£186£183
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Cilfynydd.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Cilfynydd in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Cilfynydd

Is Cilfynydd safe?

Cilfynydd records about 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a low crime rate for England: it scores 3 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Cilfynydd?

The median sale price in Cilfynydd is £145,000 (about £178 per square foot) based on 36 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Cilfynydd?

Cilfynydd scores 6 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Cilfynydd sits around rank 776 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Cilfynydd?

The average household income in Cilfynydd is around £44,649 per year, and 8% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Cilfynydd?

Cilfynydd is represented by 1 elected councillor: Hywel Gronow (Plaid Cymru - The Party of Wales).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.