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Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

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About

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera form a ward in the upper Swansea Valley, characterised by its steep hillsides and the River Tawe. The area's history is deeply rooted in the anthracite coal industry, with former colliery sites and industrial infrastructure shaping the landscape. Terraced housing climbs the valley slopes, reflecting the communities built around the now-closed mines. The local economy has transitioned, with light industry and services now present alongside the enduring physical reminders of its past.

The ward includes the distinct communities of Cwmllynfell, perched higher in the valley, and Ystalyfera, located further down along the river. Ystalyfera is home to a specific local landmark, the Ynyscedwyn Ironworks engine house, a preserved remnant of the earlier iron industry that preceded coal's dominance. Recreational use of the valley is facilitated by sections of the Swansea Valley Path, following old tramway and canal routes. The geography strongly dictates settlement patterns, with linear development tightly following the contours of the valley floor and sides.

Area overview

On average Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera is £38,379 per year. Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera is home to around 3,883 people, with a population density of about 242.6 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
2/10
Social housing
15.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera Population
3,883
Population density
242.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.8(+6%)
Public order
11.07(+35%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.3(-21%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.92(-19%)
Other theft
4.89(+7%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,742
96.32%
Other White
45
1.16%
White and Asian (mixed)
16
0.41%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
14
0.36%
Chinese
12
0.31%
Total population: 3,885

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
778
23.87%
No qualifications
769
23.6%
Level 3 (A level)
542
16.63%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
498
15.28%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
351
10.77%
Total 16+ residents: 3,259

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
744
40.68%
Owns with a mortgage
471
25.75%
Social rents from council
192
10.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
189
10.33%
Other social rented
178
9.73%
Total households: 1,829

Property prices in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £127,000 in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £205,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£200,000
Flats3£62,500
Semi-Detached10£154,500
Terraced19£105,000

10 years median price trend in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera.

All postcodes in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

SA92BB

Bron Yr Allt

SA92AL

Glan Yr Ysgol

SA92AZ

Penygrug

SA92FJ

Bryn Road

SA92HD

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

SA92SA

Gwrhyd Road

SA92FL

Pen Y Bryn

SA92QZ

Rhiwfar Road

SA92DE

Glanyrafon

SA92AW

Milborough Road

SA92ND

Y Gilwern

SA92TJ

Tai Newydd Isaf

SA92FT

Gwernant

SA92GN

Gwilym Road

SA92EA

The Gardens

SA92RD

Rhiw Road

SA92FU

Gwernant

SA92GJ

Heol Daniel

SA92DB

New Street

SA92GA

Ochr Y Waun

SA92FD

Brynheulog Terrace

SA92RE

Rhiw Road

SA92RF

Rhiw Road

SA92TN

Lower New Houses

SA92QT

Rhiwfawr Road

SA92RY

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

SA92BS

Cyfyng Road

SA92DA

Church Road

SA92NE

Wernwood Road

SA92GX

Gynol Road

SA92HX

Tirbach Road

SA92RX

Gwrhyd Road

SA92EB

Glan Yr Afon

SA92HT

Commercial Street

SA92GH

Gwilym Road

SA92JQ

St Davids Road

SA92EP

Glanyrafon Road

SA92QX

Graig Twrch

SA92BR

Lower Wern Road

SA92BY

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

SA92HR

Commercial Street

SA92LY

Wern Road

SA92BT

Cyfyng Road

SA92AQ

Alltygrug Road

SA92NJ

Penywern Road

SA92BP

Zoar Road

SA92JW

Glantwrch

SA92GT

Samuels Road

SA92NW

Graig Y Merched

SA92JB

Swan Lane

SA92NQ

School Road

SA92GY

Ochr Y Waun Road

SA92AX

Pen Yr Allt

SA92RJ

Heol Y Goedlan

SA92LD

Old Wern Road

SA92BU

Pantteg

SA92AD

Tanywern Lane

SA92HU

Commercial Street

SA92JA

Gurnos Road

SA92FN

Bryn Road

SA92GQ

Is Y Bryniau

SA92SE

Gwrhyd Road

SA92EH

Ynysydarren Road

SA92EU

Wade Avenue

SA92NH

Penywern Road

SA92AA

Alltygrug Road

SA92AN

Twyn Yr Ysgol

SA92NB

Gough Road

SA92LW

Deeley Road

SA92LX

Wern Road

SA92AS

Pen-Yr-Allt

SA92RS

Pen-Y-Rhiw

SA92JL

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

SA92FH

Walters Road

SA92AR

Alltygrug Road

SA92RR

Gwrhyd Road

SA92LP

Canal Terrace

SA92HS

Commercial Street

SA92QU

Rhiwfawr Road

SA92EG

Ynysydarren Road

SA92BN

Prospect Place

SA92HA

Glanyrafon Road

SA92FX

Heol Daniel

SA92DY

Ynysydarren Road

SA92XH

Heol Gwys

SA92GS

Is Y Bryniau

SA92FQ

Caedu Road

SA92ES

Minyffordd

SA92EE

Office Row

SA92BX

Clees Lane

SA92GP

Railway Terrace

SA92EL

Varteg Road

SA92FR

Bryn Road

SA92AE

Clyngwyn Road

SA92AP

Alltygrug Road

SA92AU

Penywern Road

SA92RL

Coedffaldau Road

SA92QY

Rhiwfawr Road

SA92LR

Woodmans Terrace

SA92LN

Wern Villas

Data Sources

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