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Pontyclun Central

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About

Pontyclun Central ward is situated within the town of Pontyclun, positioned between the larger settlements of Llantrisant and Talbot Green. The area primarily consists of residential streets, with a mix of housing types including older terraces and more modern developments. Local amenities are concentrated around the railway station and the main road network, providing essential services to residents. The ward functions as a residential hub within the broader Pontyclun community, with many people commuting to nearby employment centres.

The area is defined by its proximity to the River Ely, which runs along its western edge. This natural feature provides a green corridor and a contrast to the built environment. The historic Pontyclun viaduct, a prominent local landmark, crosses the valley here. Public green spaces are integrated within the housing areas, offering recreational space. The ward's layout reflects its development alongside transport links, with the railway line being a consistent feature in the local landscape.

Area overview

On average Pontyclun Central has low deprivation and high crime levels, with around 351 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 4.1× the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 10% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Pontyclun Central is £55,890 per year. Pontyclun Central is home to around 2,013 people, with a population density of about 954.3 per km².

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
351
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
10%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pontyclun Central Population
2,013
Population density
954.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
178.34(+426%)
Public order
54.15(+559%)
Anti-social behaviour
53.65(+312%)
Other theft
26.33(+475%)
Criminal damage and arson
24.34(+232%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,906
94.59%
Other White
30
1.49%
Indian
20
0.99%
Irish
14
0.69%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.55%
Total population: 2,015

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
729
44.59%
No qualifications
253
15.47%
Level 3 (A level)
223
13.64%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
217
13.27%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
113
6.91%
Total 16+ residents: 1,635

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
346
41.04%
Owns with a mortgage
339
40.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
72
8.54%
Other social rented
39
4.63%
Social rents from council
31
3.68%
Total households: 843

Property prices in Pontyclun Central

Median price£292,500
Price per sq ft£304
Sales (last 12 months)20
Typical range (middle 50%)£238K – £418K

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £292,500 (about £304 per square foot) in Pontyclun Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £165,702 up to £517,500.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Pontyclun Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached10£418,500£337
Semi-Detached6£235,000£286
Terraced4£230,000£265

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Pontyclun Central

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pontyclun Central.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£210,000£177,475£126,000
2017£264,000£180,000£155,500
2018£272,500£153,000£145,000
2019£272,500£172,000£190,000
2020£314,998£179,500£191,250
2021£370,000£218,500£175,000
2022£315,000£200,000£187,500
2023£385,000£269,950£201,000
2024£399,950£255,000£230,000
2025£417,000£240,000£212,500
2026£427,500£257,500£220,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pontyclun Central.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Pontyclun Central.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£225£190£215
2017£243£181£165
2018£252£196£192
2019£263£178£187
2020£255£203£207
2021£279£228£251
2022£293£247£294
2023£319£314£299
2024£312£290£235
2025£346£297£265
2026£310£286£319
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Pontyclun Central.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Pontyclun Central in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Pontyclun Central

Is Pontyclun Central safe?

Pontyclun Central records about 351 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a high crime rate for England: it scores 8 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Pontyclun Central?

The median sale price in Pontyclun Central is £292,500 (about £304 per square foot) based on 20 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Pontyclun Central?

Pontyclun Central scores 3 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Pontyclun Central sits around rank 1,489 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 Pontyclun Central?

The average household income in Pontyclun Central is around £55,890 per year, and 10% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Pontyclun Central?

Pontyclun Central is represented by 1 elected councillor: Martin Douglas Ashford (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.