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Llanfrechfa and Ponthir

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Crime
LowHigh

About

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir ward is situated in the northern part of Torfaen, bordering the city of Newport. The area encompasses the villages of Llanfrechfa and Ponthir, along with surrounding rural land and newer housing developments. It is primarily a residential ward with a mix of older properties and modern estates, set within a landscape that transitions from the urban fringe to open countryside. The ward is bisected by the A4042 road, providing a key transport link.

The area is known for the presence of Grange University Hospital, a major regional healthcare facility located on the outskirts of Cwmbran. Farmland and small woodlands characterise much of the ward's perimeter. The historic Llantarnam Grange and its associated parkland lie within its boundaries, offering green space. The community is served by local schools, shops, and public houses centred in the two main villages.

Area overview

On average Llanfrechfa and Ponthir has very low deprivation and average crime levels, with around 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.3× the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir is £52,890 per year. Llanfrechfa and Ponthir is home to around 2,001 people, with a population density of about 364.3 per km².

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
108
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir Population
2,001
Population density
364.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
60.97(+80%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.49(+42%)
Public order
11.99(+46%)
Criminal damage and arson
8(+9%)
Other theft
7.5(+64%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,904
95.15%
Other White
20
1%
Indian
13
0.65%
White and Asian (mixed)
8
0.4%
White and Black African (mixed)
8
0.4%
Total population: 2,001

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
772
44.22%
Level 3 (A level)
276
15.81%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
228
13.06%
No qualifications
208
11.91%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
130
7.45%
Total 16+ residents: 1,746

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
494
56.52%
Owns with a mortgage
292
33.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
39
4.46%
Other social rented
24
2.75%
Social rents from council
15
1.72%
Total households: 874

Property prices in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir

Median price£355,000
Price per sq ft£305
Sales (last 12 months)21
Typical range (middle 50%)£245K – £485K

Based on 21 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 (about £305 per square foot) in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir area, with individual transactions ranging from £183,500 up to £710,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached14£421,500£319
Semi-Detached3£245,000£235
Terraced3£220,000£295
Flats1£183,500£294

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£245,000£166,000
2017£265,000£170,500£186,238
2018£290,000£231,500£145,000
2019£292,500£198,000£171,500
2020£390,000£230,000£159,950
2021£485,000£240,000£165,000
2022£395,000£227,000£208,250
2023£394,975£300,000£192,500
2024£447,500£285,000£195,000
2025£400,000£327,000£230,000
2026£441,500£245,000£187,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£179£194
2017£220£188£201
2018£218£216£118
2019£250£202£185
2020£276£211£248
2021£267£242£207
2022£277£220£224
2023£328£220£194
2024£323£246£245
2025£311£309£280
2026£318£235£295
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Llanfrechfa and Ponthir in the last year.

Local government

Elected councillors for Llanfrechfa and Ponthir ward.

Local councillors

Karl Gauden

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir - Elected 5 May 2022

Labour Party

Frequently asked questions about Llanfrechfa and Ponthir

Is Llanfrechfa and Ponthir safe?

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir records about 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a average crime rate for England: it scores 6 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir?

The median sale price in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir is £355,000 (about £305 per square foot) based on 21 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Llanfrechfa and Ponthir?

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir scores 1 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir sits around rank 1,711 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 Llanfrechfa and Ponthir?

The average household income in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir is around £52,890 per year, and 5% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Llanfrechfa and Ponthir?

Llanfrechfa and Ponthir is represented by 1 elected councillor: Karl Gauden (Labour Party).