West Pontnewydd & Thornhill

West Pontnewydd and Thornhill lie within Cwmbran in the county borough of Torfaen, south Wales. The area is largely residential, with a mix of mid-20th-century housing and later infill. Local facilities include primary schools, small shopping parades and a community centre that serve the neighbourhood. Public transport links run into Cwmbran town centre, where the railway station provides services toward Newport and Cardiff, making day-to-day travel straightforward for commuters and students.

The two neighbourhoods were shaped by Cwmbran’s designation as a new town after 1949, and their streets reflect the planning approach used at that time: housing clustered around green corridors and play spaces. There are several short walking routes and pocket parks used by residents, and community groups run seasonal activities from the hall and school grounds. Local volunteers have also maintained allotment plots on the edge of Thornhill, a practical amenity that continues to bring neighbours together.