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About

Porth ward sits at the confluence of the Rhondda Fawr and Rhondda Fach valleys, a geographic focal point for the wider Rhondda area. The landscape is defined by steep valley sides and the river, with terraced housing ascending the slopes. Its central location has historically made it a key transport and commercial hub, with the main roads and a railway station connecting the valleys.

The area's layout reflects its industrial past, centred around former mining communities. A distinctive local landmark is the preserved winding wheel of the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery, a stark reminder of the dominant industry that once operated here. Daily life revolves around the compact town centre, with its essential shops and services serving the residential neighbourhoods.

Area overview

On average Porth has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Porth is £38,925 per year. Porth is home to around 5,668 people, with a population density of about 1,532.6 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
2/10
Social housing
6.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Porth Population
5,668
Population density
1,532.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
56.81(+67%)
Anti-social behaviour
19.58(+50%)
Public order
18.17(+121%)
Shoplifting
10.23(+59%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.17(+25%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,462
96.35%
Other White
46
0.81%
Other Asian
30
0.53%
Bangladeshi
26
0.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
19
0.34%
Total population: 5,669

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,165
24.63%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,156
24.44%
Level 3 (A level)
813
17.19%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
741
15.67%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
487
10.3%
Total 16+ residents: 4,730

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,073
42.26%
Owns with a mortgage
750
29.54%
Private landlord or letting agency
461
18.16%
Other social rented
127
5%
Other forms of private rent
66
2.6%
Total households: 2,539

Property prices in Porth

Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £132,500 in Porth area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £390,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Porth 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 Porth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£245,000
Flats1£134,000
Semi-Detached10£178,263
Terraced50£125,000

10 years median price trend in Porth

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

All postcodes in Porth

CF390LR

Coedwig Villas

CF399PU

Hannah Street

CF399BE

Cymmer Road

CF399NP

Porth Street

CF390BG

Troedyrhiw Road

CF399TU

Lewis Terrace

CF399TD

Leslie Terrace

CF390LD

Aberrhondda Road

CF399AQ

Bronwydd Avenue

CF399SH

North Road

CF399DB

Caemawr Gardens

CF399TQ

Church Walk

CF399TL

Heather Way

CF390AB

Timber Yard

CF390NP

The Rise

CF399BB

Church Walk

CF390DN

Jestyn Street

CF399UH

Mary Street

CF399ST

Porth Street

CF399TA

Fair View

CF399PP

Jenkin Street

CF399BQ

Cymmer Road

CF390DL

Islwyn Terrace

CF399SE

Syphon Street

CF401JD

Pen Dinas

CF390BJ

Bronheulwen

CF399TW

Nythbran Terrace

CF399SD

John Street

CF390LU

Aldergrove Road

CF399UP

York Street

CF399RA

Hannah Street

CF390LW

Packers Road

CF390LF

Aberrhondda Road

CF399UU

Birchgrove Street

CF399RY

Williams Place

CF399SP

Llwyncelyn Road

CF399BL

Cymmer Road

CF399UY

Birchgrove Street

CF399UA

Llwyncelyn Park

CF390NA

Troedyrhiw Road

Data Sources

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