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Gilfach-goch

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About

Gilfach-goch is a compact, residential ward situated in the upper reaches of the Garw Valley. The community is primarily defined by rows of traditional terraced housing built on the valley's steep sides, following the course of the River Garw. The landscape is characterised by its proximity to the surrounding forestry and upland hills, which rise sharply from the settlement. This geography creates a distinct, sheltered environment within the wider borough.

The area's history is firmly linked to the coal industry, with the former Gilfach Goch Colliery being a central part of its past. Local amenities are focused along the main road, which serves as the community's spine. A notable local feature is the prominent Gilfach Goch Athletic rugby club, whose ground and clubhouse form a significant social hub. The ward maintains a quiet, village-like atmosphere separate from the larger towns further down the valley.

Area overview

On average Gilfach-goch has high deprivation and low crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 31% below the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 20.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Gilfach-goch is £41,184 per year. Gilfach-goch is home to around 3,340 people, with a population density of about 554.2 per km².

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
20.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gilfach-goch Population
3,340
Population density
554.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.33(+4%)
Public order
8.68(+6%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.49(-39%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.29(-75%)
Other theft
2.99(-35%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,229
96.68%
Other White
23
0.69%
Other Asian
13
0.39%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.39%
African
9
0.27%
Total population: 3,340

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
887
32.97%
Level 4 qualifications or above
546
20.3%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
424
15.76%
Level 3 (A level)
414
15.39%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
236
8.77%
Total 16+ residents: 2,690

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
507
35.53%
Owns with a mortgage
376
26.35%
Social rents from council
184
12.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
161
11.28%
Other social rented
148
10.37%
Total households: 1,427

Property prices in Gilfach-goch

Median price£134,000
Price per sq ft£148
Sales (last 12 months)24
Typical range (middle 50%)£99K – £187K

Based on 24 recent sales, the median property price is £134,000 (about £148 per square foot) in Gilfach-goch area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £403,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Gilfach-goch over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached7£280,000£228
Semi-Detached12£112,475£141
Terraced5£110,000£146

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Gilfach-goch

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gilfach-goch.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£182,975£106,975£70,500
2017£170,000£78,000£69,000
2018£188,000£95,875£88,000
2019£203,000£116,500£85,000
2020£211,243£97,500£74,998
2021£262,498£110,000£112,250
2022£259,975£155,250£100,000
2023£290,000£123,000£113,000
2024£261,000£146,000£115,000
2025£286,500£133,000£110,000
2026£92,000£100,000£150,720
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gilfach-goch.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Gilfach-goch.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£119£96£69
2017£154£91£66
2018£166£94£89
2019£155£127£94
2020£169£99£81
2021£190£116£138
2022£232£155£129
2023£231£152£144
2024£225£162£126
2025£230£146£148
2026£121£169
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Gilfach-goch.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Gilfach-goch in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Gilfach-goch

Is Gilfach-goch safe?

Gilfach-goch records about 59 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 Gilfach-goch?

The median sale price in Gilfach-goch is £134,000 (about £148 per square foot) based on 24 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Gilfach-goch?

Gilfach-goch scores 8 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Gilfach-goch sits around rank 494 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 Gilfach-goch?

The average household income in Gilfach-goch is around £41,184 per year, and 20% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Gilfach-goch?

Gilfach-goch is represented by 1 elected councillor: Aurfron Roberts (Labour Party).

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.