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Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

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About

Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen is a ward located in the community of Rhondda Cynon Taf. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from different periods. It sits near the River Rhondda, with local topography characterised by the surrounding valleys. The ward includes local amenities such as schools and community facilities to serve its population.

A notable landmark within the area is the historic Gelliwastad Road Cemetery, which provides a green space and historical record. Transportation links include road connections to Pontypridd and other parts of the county borough. The ward's layout reflects its development alongside the valley, with residential streets following the contours of the land.

Area overview

On average Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 143 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen is £42,579 per year. Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen is home to around 2,306 people, with a population density of about 558.2 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
143
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen Population
2,306
Population density
558.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
71.99(+96%)
Anti-social behaviour
27.32(+88%)
Public order
22.12(+148%)
Shoplifting
11.71(+69%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.97(+23%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,159
93.87%
Other White
43
1.87%
Chinese
26
1.13%
Indian
18
0.78%
White and Asian (mixed)
15
0.65%
Total population: 2,300

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
542
28.11%
No qualifications
465
24.12%
Level 3 (A level)
313
16.23%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
276
14.32%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
202
10.48%
Total 16+ residents: 1,928

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
428
40.57%
Owns with a mortgage
347
32.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
123
11.66%
Other social rented
67
6.35%
Social rents from council
57
5.4%
Total households: 1,055

Property prices in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £182,250 in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £399,950.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen 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 Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£245,000
Flats7£115,000
Semi-Detached6£265,000
Terraced12£185,125

10 years median price trend in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen.

All postcodes in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

CF157TF

Heol Y Bwnsi

CF375BB

Cardiff Road

CF375UT

Gwent Road

CF375AS

Ynyslyn Road

CF375BG

The Rise

CF375BP

Upper Boat Trading Estate

CF375AE

Spencer Place

CF375UR

Gwaelod-Y-Garth Road

CF375AU

Laurel Avenue

CF375BW

Williams Close

CF375YT

Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

CF375AT

Hawthorn Road

CF375DS

Dynea Road

CF375AF

Oakfield Bungalows

CF375HS

Mervyn Street

CF375LL

Glanfelin Flats

CF375YR

Centre Court

CF375HT

Gwilym Street

CF375LD

Francis Street

CF375RL

College Close

CF375AP

Ynyscorrwg Road

CF375DU

Country View Estate

CF375US

Gwent Road

CF157UW

Ffynnonbwla Road

CF375AA

Cardiff Road

CF375HR

Lionel Terrace

CF375LW

Lon Heulog

CF375LB

Tudor Street

CF375AL

School Lane

CF375RH

Janet Street

CF375YU

Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen

CF157UU

Eglwysilan Road

CF375AX

Heol-Y-Bwnsi

CF375BF

The Willowford

CF375RG

Chapel Street

CF375AH

Cardiff Road

CF375AG

Cardiff Road

CF375BH

Williams Place

CF375BS

Alexon Way

CF375HY

De Barri Street

CF375HP

Cardiff Road

CF375HU

Owen Street

CF375AD

Fairfield Close

CF375DN

Dynea Road

CF375AJ

Heol Tymaen

CF375AR

Ynyslyn Road

CF375AW

Cardiff Road

CF375YF

Heol Groeswen

CF375BL

Midway Park

CF375LN

Fairfield Lane

CF375LH

St Lukes Avenue

CF375BA

Hawthorn Crescent

CF375BJ

Dynea Road

CF375YL

Treforest Industrial Estate

CF375YN

Main Avenue

CF375BD

Foundry Houses

CF375BE

Melin Corrwg Business Parc

CF375UD

Gwent Road

CF375BN

Alexon Way

CF375YY

Heol Groeswen

CF375UP

Gwent Road

CF375AN

Hawthorn Villas

CF375LE

Nant Y Dall Avenue

CF375AY

Hawthorn Crescent

CF375AZ

Ymyl Yr Afon

CF375YE

Heol-Y-Bwnsi

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.