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Tonyrefail West

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About

Tonyrefail West is a residential ward within the wider community of Tonyrefail, situated in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf. The area is characterised by its hillside setting, with housing estates and terraced homes spread across the slopes overlooking the valley. Local amenities are concentrated along the main thoroughfares, serving the daily needs of the community. The landscape is defined by its proximity to the rural uplands that border the southern edge of the South Wales Valleys.

The ward contains the grounds of the former Tynybryn Hospital, a site with a long history that has been redeveloped for housing. Public green spaces and playing fields are integrated within the residential areas, providing recreational space. The area's infrastructure reflects its development through the 20th century, with a mix of architectural periods evident in its housing stock. It functions as a distinct neighbourhood within the larger Tonyrefail settlement.

Area overview

On average Tonyrefail West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Tonyrefail West is £41,184 per year. Tonyrefail West is home to around 6,835 people, with a population density of about 701.1 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
9.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Tonyrefail West Population
6,835
Population density
701.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.84(-2%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.17(-51%)
Public order
7.02(-21%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.29(-22%)
Other crime
4.1(+74%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,592
96.42%
Other White
36
0.53%
Other Asian
32
0.47%
Chinese
32
0.47%
African
31
0.45%
Total population: 6,837

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,457
26.3%
No qualifications
1,275
23.01%
Level 3 (A level)
1,014
18.3%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
873
15.76%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
475
8.57%
Total 16+ residents: 5,540

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,091
39.93%
Owns outright
974
35.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
251
9.19%
Social rents from council
204
7.47%
Other social rented
147
5.38%
Total households: 2,732

Property prices in Tonyrefail West

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Tonyrefail West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £399,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Tonyrefail 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 Tonyrefail West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£320,000
Semi-Detached30£198,750
Terraced20£137,500

10 years median price trend in Tonyrefail West

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

Data Sources

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