Merthyr Tydfil spans about 111 km² (43 sq mi) in Wales.
Outline from Office for National Statistics and Ordnance Survey data, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Merthyr Tydfil at a Glance
House Prices in Merthyr Tydfil
The average sold price in Merthyr Tydfil is £164,415 across 1,653 recorded sales, making it the 67th most expensive of 69 counties.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Figures are averages of recorded sales.
People & Demographics
Age structure
Housing tenure
Source: ONS Census 2021 and model-based income estimates.
Amenities & Getting Around
Source: NHS, National Rail and Open Charge Map.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are houses in Merthyr Tydfil?
The average sold price in Merthyr Tydfil is around £164,415. A detached home averages £271,639, a terraced home £103,047 and a flat £82,470.
What is the population of Merthyr Tydfil?
Merthyr Tydfil has a population of about 58,753 people, at a density of 529 per square kilometre.
What is the average income in Merthyr Tydfil?
The average household income in Merthyr Tydfil is around £41,402 a year.
Largest Towns in Merthyr Tydfil 2
Location
Elevation & Terrain
Merthyr Tydfil stretches from 384 ft at Edwardsville up to 1,260 ft at Dowlais Top, a span of 876 ft across 33 towns and villages. This reflects notably varied terrain, with clear contrasts between lower valleys and higher ground.
Main Towns in Merthyr Tydfil 33
Merthyr Tydfil has 33 towns, villages and localities in total. The main towns are shown below. You can also browse the full A to Z of every place in Merthyr Tydfil.
Postcode Areas in Merthyr Tydfil 1
Merthyr Tydfil is served by 1 postcode area. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.