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Pontllanfraith

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About

Pontllanfraith is a community ward located within the wider Caerphilly county borough. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from older terraced homes to more modern estates. It sits on the western side of the Sirhowy River valley, with its topography characterised by steep hillsides leading down to the valley floor. The ward includes the distinct neighbourhoods of Pontllanfraith itself, along with parts of Blackwood and Pengam.

A notable local feature is the large, grassy mound known as Pen-y-Fan Pond, a reclaimed former colliery tip that now serves as a recreational green space with walking paths. The area’s layout is shaped by its industrial past, with former mining sites integrated into the community. Local amenities are concentrated along Commercial Street, providing essential shops and services for residents. Transport links follow the valley, with the main A4048 road running through the area.

Area overview

On average Pontllanfraith has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Pontllanfraith is £44,281 per year. Pontllanfraith is home to around 8,381 people, with a population density of about 1,451.5 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
16.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pontllanfraith Population
8,381
Population density
1,451.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
32.45(-12%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.08(-3%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.07(+12%)
Public order
7.4(-17%)
Other theft
5.61(+11%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,132
97.03%
Other White
107
1.28%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
26
0.31%
White and Asian (mixed)
18
0.21%
Irish
17
0.2%
Total population: 8,381

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,685
24.49%
No qualifications
1,646
23.92%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,171
17.02%
Level 3 (A level)
1,120
16.28%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
698
10.15%
Total 16+ residents: 6,880

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,397
38.85%
Owns with a mortgage
1,083
30.12%
Social rents from council
547
15.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
377
10.48%
Other social rented
137
3.81%
Total households: 3,596

Property prices in Pontllanfraith

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Pontllanfraith area, with individual transactions ranging from £81,000 up to £585,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pontllanfraith 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 Pontllanfraith over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£305,000
Flats2£96,000
Semi-Detached38£188,000
Terraced17£157,000

10 years median price trend in Pontllanfraith

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

All postcodes in Pontllanfraith

NP122AF

Brookfield Road

NP122BW

Blackwood Road

NP122DR

Windy Ridge

NP122GX

Heol Ddu Lane

NP122PQ

Bryn Lane

NP122YA

Tram Road

NP122DY

Penmaen Road

NP122ED

Highfield Crescent

NP122EJ

Llanover Avenue

NP122FF

St Rhidian Close

NP122JF

Tram Road

NP122PR

Laurel Drive

NP122FH

St Bleddian Close

NP122LH

Llanarth Road

Data Sources

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