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Location in CaerphillyAbertridwr sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Abertridwr
Abertridwr is a small village located in the county of Caerphilly, within the historic region of South Wales. Situated in the Rhymney Valley, the village lies along the A465 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Caerphilly and Pontypridd. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside. The village is part of the CF83 postcode area, which includes several surrounding communities. Historically, Abertridwr was influenced by the coal mining industry, and remnants of this past can still be seen in the local landscape. The community remains active, with local amenities including a church, a primary school, and a few small shops. The village offers a peaceful environment while remaining accessible to larger urban centres.
School Ratings in Abertridwr
Families in Abertridwr have access to 72 local schools.
House Prices in Abertridwr
Homes sell for an average of £216K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £198K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abertridwr
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Abertridwr, with 81 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Abertridwr
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Abertridwr, the nearest being Aber Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Abertridwr
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Property Prices 6,745 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Abertridwr ONS 2023
The average total household income in Abertridwr is approximately £45,243 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,762. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,762.
Businesses in Abertridwr ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,420 active businesses based in Abertridwr, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Abertridwr 386 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Abertridwr is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Abertridwr
Of the 23,666 households in and around Abertridwr, 68% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Abertridwr.