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Pontyclun West

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About

Pontyclun West is a residential ward located in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf, situated to the east of the M4 motorway. The area is characterised by a mix of housing developments, from post-war estates to more modern builds, set within a generally low-lying landscape. Local amenities are centred around community facilities and schools, serving the daily needs of its residents. The ward functions as a commuter base, with good road links providing access to larger employment centres like Cardiff.

The topography includes areas of open green space and playing fields, with the River Ely forming a natural boundary to the south. A notable local landmark is the historic Mwyndy Cornmill, a restored 18th-century watermill that sits near the river. Agricultural land and smaller industrial units are present on the ward's fringes, reflecting its transition from a more rural past. The overall atmosphere is suburban and settled, with a focus on practical living rather than tourism or major commercial activity.

Area overview

On average Pontyclun West has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Pontyclun West is £56,341 per year. Pontyclun West is home to around 3,201 people, with a population density of about 477.4 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pontyclun West Population
3,201
Population density
477.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
38.74(+14%)
Public order
11.25(+37%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.93(-16%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.19(-2%)
Burglary
6.25(+167%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,008
94.03%
Other White
40
1.25%
Indian
29
0.91%
Pakistani
23
0.72%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
18
0.56%
Total population: 3,199

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,064
39.91%
Level 3 (A level)
428
16.05%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
381
14.29%
No qualifications
363
13.62%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
200
7.5%
Total 16+ residents: 2,666

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
625
43.49%
Owns with a mortgage
516
35.91%
Private landlord or letting agency
201
13.99%
Other social rented
54
3.76%
Other forms of private rent
31
2.16%
Total households: 1,437

Property prices in Pontyclun West

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Pontyclun West area, with individual transactions ranging from £124,000 up to £980,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pontyclun West 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 Pontyclun West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£415,000
Flats9£145,000
Semi-Detached8£340,000
Terraced15£249,000

10 years median price trend in Pontyclun West

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

All postcodes in Pontyclun West

CF729BG

Heol Dafydd

CF729NE

Cowbridge Road

CF729HD

Coed Trecastle

CF729JT

Talygarn Mews

CF729BF

Ivor Park

CF729HF

Tirafon Court

CF729BQ

Maesyfelin Crescent

CF729ET

Llwyn Onn

CF729DN

Rivers Edge

CF729DW

Pontyclun West

CF729TY

Heol Yr Orsaf

CF729DZ

Ash Grove

CF729FH

Nant Rhydhalog

CF729EJ

Derwen Road

CF729EP

Fairview Close

CF729EG

Palalwyf Avenue

CF729BZ

Cowbridge Road

CF729DD

Castell Y Mwnws

CF729EB

Cowbridge Road

CF729EF

Stuart Street

CF729UG

Manor Cottages

CF729DU

Heol Glan Elai

CF729HH

St Annes Court

CF729FS

Meadow Way

CF729DB

Llanharry Road

CF729GP

Pontyclun West

CF729JU

Cowbridge Road

CF729EE

Cowbridge Road

CF729HG

Coedcae Lane Industrial Estate

CF729DX

Coedcae Lane

CF729UW

Coed Mieri

CF729WR

Western Courtyard

CF729ER

Cerdin Avenue

CF729EU

Llwyn Onn

CF729DJ

Danybryn

CF729BH

Heol Robart

CF729BR

Park Crescent

CF729EA

Cowbridge Road

CF729BL

Ffordd Talygarn

CF729GA

Clos Brenin

CF729FR

Meadow Drive

CF729HE

Rhyd Y Nant

CF729ZP

Pontyclun West

CF729DA

Talygarn Close

CF728JW

Hensol Road

CF729EX

Coedcae Lane

CF729HB

Woodland Terrace

CF729DG

Millfield

CF729ES

Station Terrace

CF729FP

Meadow View

CF729BT

Cowbridge Road

CF729EW

Coedcae Lane

CF729HA

Tylagarw Terrace

CF729WT

The Manor

CF729EQ

Fairview Close

CF729UH

Talygarn Court

CF729EZ

Coedcae Lane

CF729EL

Llwynfen Road

CF729BJ

Glan Yr Afon

CF729BN

Bro Dawel Close

CF728JJ

Hensol Road

CF729EH

Castan Road

CF729BU

Bryn Terrace

CF729BX

High Street

CF729DT

The Old Joinery Yard

CF729EN

Llwynfen Road

CF729ED

Cowbridge Road

CF729DL

Maes Yr Afon

CF729BA

The Hollies

CF729EY

Llwyn Onn

CF729BY

Talygarn Drive

CF729BE

Heol Y Felin

CF729WS

Pontyclun West

CF729FQ

Coedcae Lane

CF729BD

Paddocks Crescent

CF729DH

Danybryn

CF728JU

Hensol Road

CF729BP

Tegfan

CF729BB

The Hollies

CF729BS

Cowbridge Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.