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Ynyscedwyn

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About

Ynyscedwyn ward lies within the former industrial heartland of the Swansea Valley in southern Powys. The area is centred around the small town of Ystradgynlais, with its landscape shaped by the River Tawe and surrounding steep valley sides. Historically defined by coal mining and ironworking, the ward's economy has transitioned, though its industrial heritage remains a visible part of the local character. The community is closely linked to this shared history and the geography of the valley.

The ward contains distinct villages like Cwmtwrch and Abercrave, each with their own strong community focus. Social hubs often include local rugby clubs and working men's institutes, reflecting traditional pastimes. A notable local feature is the Ynyscedwyn Ironworks, with its surviving engine house chimney standing as a prominent landmark. The area provides access to the northwestern edges of the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering nearby upland scenery and outdoor recreation.

Area overview

On average Ynyscedwyn has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ynyscedwyn is £40,614 per year. Ynyscedwyn is home to around 2,064 people, with a population density of about 543.2 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ynyscedwyn Population
2,064
Population density
543.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.93(+33%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.44(+20%)
Shoplifting
15.5(+123%)
Other theft
5.81(+15%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.33(-34%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,990
96.46%
Other Asian
14
0.68%
Other White
11
0.53%
Pakistani
10
0.48%
Indian
7
0.34%
Total population: 2,063

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
568
32.49%
No qualifications
355
20.31%
Level 3 (A level)
249
14.24%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
242
13.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
156
8.92%
Total 16+ residents: 1,748

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
487
50.73%
Owns with a mortgage
234
24.38%
Social rents from council
72
7.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
68
7.08%
Other social rented
64
6.67%
Total households: 960

Property prices in Ynyscedwyn

Based on 22 recent sales, the median property price is £187,500 in Ynyscedwyn area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ynyscedwyn 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 Ynyscedwyn over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£335,000
Semi-Detached12£187,500
Terraced5£165,000

10 years median price trend in Ynyscedwyn

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

All postcodes in Ynyscedwyn

SA91PB

Maescynog

SA92JU

Tan Y Farteg

SA91BA

Mynydd Y Farteg

SA91BP

Ynyscedwyn Road

SA91BQ

Glannant Terrace

SA91ET

Cross Street

SA91NT

Station Road

SA91AJ

Dumfries Place

SA91JW

Woodlands Business Park

SA91AE

Glantawe Park

SA91BH

Ynyscedwyn Road

SA91BS

Trawsffordd

SA91PE

Llanfaes

SA91ER

Maes Y Dderwen Gardens

SA92LB

Llys Ynyscedwyn

SA91AN

Tudor Street

SA91EL

Maes Y Dderwen Gardens

SA91NS

Heol Eglwys

SA92JG

Glantwrch

SA91AD

Wind Road

SA92JS

Gurnos Road

SA91BB

Rhydwen

SA91EY

Heol Eglwys

SA91BE

Rowton Villas

SA91BU

Wind Road

SA91BR

Heol Sant Cynog

SA91BL

Llys Tawel

SA91EX

James Street

SA91LB

Commercial Street

SA91PD

Maescynog

SA91BT

Maes Y Dderwen Gardens

SA91AW

Gough Avenue

SA91PJ

Station Road

SA91GW

Tawe Park

SA92JT

Gurnos Road

SA92JR

Glantwrch Houses

SA91BJ

College Row

SA91AT

William Street

SA91AU

Glanrhyd Road

SA91DT

Ynyscedwyn Industrial Estate

SA91HA

Heol Maes Y Dre

SA91AF

Wind Road

SA91AP

Maes Y Dderwen Gardens

SA91AS

Tudor Street

SA91AH

Wind Road

SA92JY

Gurnos Road

SA91GU

Tawe Park

SA91ES

Heol Glantawe

SA92JZ

Maes Y Coed

SA91AR

Maes Y Dderwen Gardens

SA91BD

Glannant Terrace

SA91AG

Y Berllan

SA91EN

Llys Ynyscedwyn

SA91AQ

Alder Avenue

SA91AY

Glantawe Park

SA92JP

Gurnos Road

SA92JX

Wind Road

SA91QB

Mynydd Y Farteg

SA91EU

Pantyffynnon Road

SA91BG

Glannant

SA92HB

Glan Yr Afon

SA91AX

Snow Terrace

SA91AL

Croesffyrdd

SA91AZ

Tudor Street

SA91AB

Wind Road

Data Sources

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