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About

Cyfarthfa ward lies in the northern part of Merthyr Tydfil, encompassing a mix of residential neighbourhoods and significant green spaces. The area is historically defined by the Cyfarthfa Ironworks, whose remaining structures, including the iconic blast furnace, stand as a central monument. Housing ranges from traditional terraces to more modern developments, with local services centred along the main thoroughfares serving the community.

The ward is dominated by Cyfarthfa Park, a large Victorian parkland featuring a castle, museum, and expansive recreational grounds. The park borders the River Taff, which runs through the area, with walking paths following its course. This combination of industrial heritage and managed natural space shapes the local environment, providing both historical context and leisure facilities for residents.

Area overview

On average Cyfarthfa has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cyfarthfa is £43,579 per year. Cyfarthfa is home to around 7,271 people, with a population density of about 1,031.2 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
89
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
5/10
Social housing
20.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cyfarthfa Population
7,271
Population density
1,031.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
40.43(+19%)
Anti-social behaviour
23.52(+81%)
Shoplifting
14.85(+131%)
Public order
14.03(+71%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.14(+52%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,784
93.34%
Other White
227
3.12%
Indian
53
0.73%
Other Asian
37
0.51%
Other
28
0.39%
Total population: 7,268

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,707
29.82%
No qualifications
1,345
23.5%
Level 3 (A level)
913
15.95%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
824
14.4%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
450
7.86%
Total 16+ residents: 5,724

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,046
34.31%
Owns with a mortgage
959
31.45%
Other social rented
401
13.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
309
10.13%
Social rents from council
260
8.53%
Total households: 3,049

Property prices in Cyfarthfa

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Cyfarthfa area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £540,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cyfarthfa 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 Cyfarthfa over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£327,500
Flats1£112,000
Semi-Detached36£194,000
Terraced15£153,000

10 years median price trend in Cyfarthfa

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cyfarthfa.

All postcodes in Cyfarthfa

CF481PT

Beacons Court

CF481BG

Green Meadow View

CF481JU

Harlech Drive

CF481JP

St Donats Close

CF481BZ

Aberdare Road

CF481UD

Castle View

CF481BY

Cae Deri

CF481PR

Waunbant Court

CF481RU

Tramroadside

CF481SL

Durham Close

CF481AF

Cae'R Wern

CF481JB

Monmouth Drive

CF481JY

Criccieth Grove

CF481TN

Pantycelynen

CF481ET

Heol Nantgau

CF481AG

Ynysfach

CF481TB

Jones Terrace

CF481HH

Heol Bryn Hebog

CF481BF

Pen Cerrig Rise

CF481HN

Swansea Road

CF481JR

Carew Grove

CF481AR

Rhodfa'r Coleg

CF481TT

Meirion Place

CF481PA

Swansea Road

CF481JJ

Conway Grove

CF481BA

Dynevor Street

CF481SB

Heolgerrig

CF481SS

Andrews Close

CF481NL

Beacon Heights

CF481TU

Six Bells Estate

CF481HU

Swansea Road

CF481TS

Danyronen

CF481LH

Heol Tai Mawr

CF481LU

Heol Twyn Du

CF481PL

Pen Y Dyffryn

CF481TF

Winchfawr Road

CF481TD

Heolgerrig

CF481RL

Cefn-Pennar Road

CF481ND

Heol Tai Mawr

CF481EU

Maen Dy

CF481JT

St Fagans Grove

CF478NX

Penlan View

CF481AB

Caer Wern

CF481DL

Cae'r Wern

CF481ER

Heol Llwyn Brain

CF481PU

Swansea Road

CF481JS

Caernarvon Grove

CF481LD

Erw Las

CF481BQ

Mayors Close

CF481AH

Llwyncelyn Close

CF481TP

Brondeg

CF481AT

Aberdare Road

CF481AQ

Woodland Walk

CF481BW

Beacon Heights

CF481JF

Pembroke Close

CF481BE

Cyfarthfa Rise

CF481NE

Heol Bryn Man

CF481SY

Heolgerrig

CF481UN

Upper Colliers Row

CF481LP

Heol Llwyn Drysi

CF481LE

Heol Tai Mawr

CF481TH

Beechwood Drive

CF481SA

Crud Yr Awel

CF481NU

High Street

CF481RF

Tai Gilfach

CF481PH

Twyn Carmel

CF481RT

Farm Road

CF481BL

Santes Tudful Grove

CF481DH

Avenue De Clichy

Data Sources

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