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Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

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About

The Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower ward encompasses a distinct section of the Usk Valley within the Brecon Beacons National Park. The area is defined by the River Usk and the surrounding slopes of Table Mountain and the Black Mountains. The ward includes the market town of Crickhowell, known for its historic bridge, and the smaller villages of Cwmdu and Tretower, which are set within more sheltered rural landscapes.

The landscape is a mix of farmland, woodland, and open moorland, with the remains of Tretower Castle and Court forming a significant historical site. Agriculture remains a visible part of the local economy. The area is traversed by the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal and several long-distance walking paths, including the Usk Valley Walk.

Area overview

On average Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower is £50,686 per year. Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower is home to around 3,495 people, with a population density of about 31.0 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
9/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower Population
3,495
Population density
31 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
28.04(-17%)
Other theft
6.87(+50%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.72(-22%)
Public order
4.86(-41%)
Burglary
3.43(+47%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,293
94.17%
Other White
64
1.83%
Other Asian
29
0.83%
Irish
21
0.6%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.57%
Total population: 3,497

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,347
44.44%
Level 3 (A level)
459
15.14%
No qualifications
423
13.96%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
377
12.44%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
199
6.57%
Total 16+ residents: 3,031

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
818
52.14%
Owns with a mortgage
311
19.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
151
9.62%
Social rents from council
113
7.2%
Other social rented
104
6.63%
Total households: 1,569

Property prices in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower 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 Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£465,000
Flats1£150,000
Semi-Detached9£336,000
Terraced2£220,000

10 years median price trend in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower.

All postcodes in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

NP81EF

Bridge Row

NP81EL

Rock Cottages

NP81SQ

St Peters Close

NP81BA

Mill Street

NP81BZ

Upper House Farm

NP81HE

Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

NP81DH

Everest Drive

NP81ES

Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

NP81BG

Orchard Court

NP81SU

Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

NP81RJ

St Johns Close

NP81BP

Standard Street

NP81DB

Ffynnonau

NP81TD

Great Oak Road

NP81SY

Maes Ffynnon

NP81EB

Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower

NP81AY

New Road

Data Sources

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