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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 low deprivation and low crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 19% below the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. 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
69
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
46.03(+36%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.99(+23%)
Shoplifting
13.57(+111%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.36(-41%)
Other theft
3.39(-26%)
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

Median price£187,450
Price per sq ft£207
Sales (last 12 months)16
Typical range (middle 50%)£165K – £298K

Based on 16 recent sales, the median property price is £187,450 (about £207 per square foot) in Ynyscedwyn area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,500 up to £370,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ynyscedwyn over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached7£299,995£270
Semi-Detached5£184,900£195
Terraced4£167,500£170

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Ynyscedwyn

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ynyscedwyn.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£176,000£129,950£121,250
2017£195,000£136,000£130,000
2018£187,000£127,500£136,000
2019£165,000£130,000£107,000
2020£280,000£110,000£128,250
2021£315,000£139,995£126,000
2022£223,725£172,750£125,000
2023£371,000£167,475£164,000
2024£275,000£170,000£210,000
2025£298,998£190,000£164,000
2026£250,500£97,500£175,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ynyscedwyn.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Ynyscedwyn.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£183£126£116
2017£152£123£131
2018£171£136£139
2019£185£136£107
2020£190£115£132
2021£161£155£161
2022£243£173£133
2023£217£190£167
2024£221£173£240
2025£244£208£141
2026£284£133£319
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Ynyscedwyn.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Ynyscedwyn in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Ynyscedwyn

Is Ynyscedwyn safe?

Ynyscedwyn records about 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a low crime rate for England: it scores 4 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Ynyscedwyn?

The median sale price in Ynyscedwyn is £187,450 (about £207 per square foot) based on 16 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Ynyscedwyn?

Ynyscedwyn scores 4 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Ynyscedwyn sits around rank 1,198 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Ynyscedwyn?

The average household income in Ynyscedwyn is around £40,614 per year, and 12% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Ynyscedwyn?

Ynyscedwyn is represented by 1 elected councillor: Susan McNicholas (Labour Party).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.