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Rhydfelen Central

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About

Rhydfelen Central ward lies within the Pontypridd urban area, situated on elevated ground overlooking the River Taff. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types from different periods. It contains local amenities, including schools and community facilities, serving its population. The ward's topography slopes towards the river valley, providing views across the wider landscape.

The area is well-connected by road to Pontypridd town centre and the A470 trunk road. A notable local feature is the historic Maes-yr-Ynn mansion, set within its own grounds. Green spaces are integrated within the residential streets, and the ward functions as a distinct neighbourhood within the larger settlement. Its community is anchored by these local institutions and its geographic position above the valley floor.

Area overview

On average Rhydfelen Central has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 212 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Rhydfelen Central is £40,111 per year. Rhydfelen Central is home to around 2,732 people, with a population density of about 5,055.5 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
212
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
23.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rhydfelen Central Population
2,732
Population density
5,055.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
109.81(+199%)
Anti-social behaviour
35.14(+142%)
Public order
29.65(+232%)
Shoplifting
18.3(+164%)
Other theft
13.54(+169%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,579
94.47%
Other White
57
2.09%
Chinese
21
0.77%
Other
20
0.73%
African
15
0.55%
Total population: 2,730

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
609
27.3%
Level 4 qualifications or above
519
23.26%
Level 3 (A level)
380
17.03%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
335
15.02%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
230
10.31%
Total 16+ residents: 2,231

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
383
30.86%
Owns outright
370
29.81%
Other social rented
155
12.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
151
12.17%
Social rents from council
144
11.6%
Total households: 1,241

Property prices in Rhydfelen Central

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Rhydfelen Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,000 up to £350,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rhydfelen Central 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 Rhydfelen Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£335,000
Flats8£95,250
Semi-Detached7£223,500
Terraced19£200,000

10 years median price trend in Rhydfelen Central

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

All postcodes in Rhydfelen Central

CF375NN

Cypress Street

CF375PP

Springfield Terrace

CF375NL

Willow Street

CF375LP

Eglwys Avenue

CF375LS

Poplar Road

CF375NE

Acacia Street

CF375PD

Glyn Dwr Avenue

CF375PX

Heol Gruffydd

CF375PZ

Gerddi Glan Taff

CF375RS

Warren Close

CF375PJ

Heol Gruffydd

CF375NA

Sycamore Street

CF375ND

Rhydfelen Central

CF375LR

Poplar Road

CF375PQ

Heol Gruffydd

CF375RZ

Parc Y Dyffryn

CF375NX

Glyn-Dwr Avenue

CF375NR

Dyffryn Road

CF375RW

Dyffryn Road

CF375NB

Sycamore Street

CF375NP

Ash Square

CF375LT

Poplar Road

CF375PE

Gwalia Grove

CF375RX

Dyffryn Crescent

CF375RB

Morien Crescent

CF375RT

Dyffryn Crescent

CF375AQ

Laburnum Terrace

CF375RD

Ceiriog Crescent

CF375LQ

Poplar Road

CF375LX

Poplar Road

CF375PS

Morien Crescent

CF375PW

Springfield Cottages

CF375NG

Chestnut Street

CF375NT

College Way

CF375PB

Ebenezer Street

CF375PF

Powys Place

CF375PH

Ceiriog Crescent

CF375PY

Cae Nant

CF375PU

Gwaun Road

CF375NH

Clos Ty Melyn

CF375PL

Glyn-Dwr Avenue

CF375RU

Dyffryn Crescent

CF375QA

Rhydfelen Central

CF375BT

Gerddi Glan Taf

CF375LY

Laburnum Terrace

CF375NW

Maple Street

CF375PA

Ynys Close

CF375PR

Gellidawel Road

CF375PT

Morien Crescent

CF375RY

Dyffryn Avenue

CF375SA

Dyffryn Gardens

CF375LU

Poplar Road

CF375NY

Ynys Terrace

CF375PN

Ilan Avenue

Data Sources

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