About Bedwas

Bedwas is a village located in the county of Caerphilly, within the historic region of Wales. Situated in the Rhymney Valley, it lies to the north of the town of Caerphilly and is part of the wider Caerphilly County Borough. The village is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in coal mining, which played a significant role in the area’s development during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Bedwas is accessible via the A465 road, which runs through the valley, and is served by local bus routes connecting it to nearby towns. The area features a mix of residential housing and open spaces, with the River Rhymney flowing nearby. The village has a community centre and several local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. Bedwas is also close to the historic Bedwas House, a former manor house with connections to the local coal industry. The postcode area CF83 covers the village and surrounding areas, and the community remains active with local events and groups.

School Ratings in Bedwas

Families in Bedwas have access to 63 local schools.

House Prices in Bedwas

Homes sell for an average of £211K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £189K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bedwas

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bedwas

Bedwas benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,682 sales

Average Price £211K
£100 — £5.58M
Detached £307K 1,389
Semi £189K 2,405
Terraced £150K 2,301
Flat £109K 271

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Bedwas Infant School 0.5 miles Bedwas High School 0.5 miles Bedwas Junior School 0.6 miles Tyn - y - Wern Primary 0.6 miles Mynydd Haf School 0.6 miles Graig-Y-Rhacca Primary and Nursery Community School 1.1 miles St James Primary 1.2 miles St Helen's Catholic Primary School 1.3 miles Cwmfelinfach Primary School 1.5 miles Ysgol G.G. Caerffili 1.6 miles Coed-Y-Brain Primary School 1.7 miles Ynysddu Primary School 1.8 miles

Crime in Bedwas 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bedwas are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Gwent Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Llanbradach Train Station 1.8 miles
Energlyn And Churchill Park Train Station 1.9 miles
Caerphilly Train Station 2.1 miles
Aber Train Station 2.2 miles
Crosskeys Train Station 3.3 miles
Hengoed Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Trethomas 0.9 miles Craig-y-Rhacca 1.2 miles Pwllypant 1.4 miles Waterloo 1.4 miles Cwmfelinfach 1.4 miles Lansbury Park 1.4 miles Brynawel 1.8 miles Nant-y-ceisiad 1.9 miles Ynysddu 1.9 miles Llanbradach 2 miles Energlyn 2 miles Penyrheol 2 miles

Local Government

District Caerphilly
Ward Morgan Jones
Constituency Caerphilly
Parish Caerphilly

Streets in CF83 30 shown View all streets

Aber Fawr Terrace 2 Aberfawr Road 1 Addison Way 21 Ael-y-Bryn 2 Alder View 1 Alexander Court 2 Alexandra Terrace 1 Alma Street 1 Ashgrove 1 Ashman Close 1 Attlee Court 1 B4263 1 Badham Close 1 Bartlett Street 4 Beddau Way 1 Bedwas Business Centre 3 Bedwas Road 10 Beech Close 1 Beech Tree Avenue 1 Beech Tree View 1 Beechgrove 1 Bevan Close 1 Bevan Rise 1 Birchgrove 1 Blackbrook Lane 1 Blackthorn Court 1 Blaen Ifor 1 Bovil View 1 Bowls Close 1 Bowls Lane 1

Postcodes in CF83 50 shown View all postcodes

CF83 1AB CF83 1AD CF83 1AE CF83 1AF CF83 1AG CF83 1AH CF83 1AJ CF83 1AL CF83 1AN CF83 1AP CF83 1AQ CF83 1AR CF83 1AS CF83 1AT CF83 1AU CF83 1AW CF83 1AX CF83 1AY CF83 1AZ CF83 1BA CF83 1BB CF83 1BD CF83 1BE CF83 1BF CF83 1BG CF83 1BH CF83 1BJ CF83 1BL CF83 1BQ CF83 1BR CF83 1BS CF83 1BT CF83 1BU CF83 1BW CF83 1BX CF83 1BY CF83 1BZ CF83 1DA CF83 1DB CF83 1DD CF83 1DE CF83 1DF CF83 1DG CF83 1DH CF83 1DJ CF83 1DL CF83 1DN CF83 1DP CF83 1DQ CF83 1DR