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Location in Neath Port TalbotAbergarwed sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Abergarwed
Abergarwed is a small settlement located in the county of Neath Port Talbot, within the historic region of Glamorgan in south Wales. Situated in the valley of the River Garw, the area is characterised by its rural setting and proximity to the surrounding hills. The village is part of the wider community of Garw Valley and lies within the SA11 postcode area. While modest in size, Abergarwed retains a sense of local identity, with residential properties and open countryside forming its main features. The area is accessible via local roads connecting it to nearby towns such as Neath and Pontardawe. The landscape reflects the industrial heritage of the region, with remnants of former coal mining activity visible in the surrounding hills. Abergarwed offers a quiet, community-focused environment typical of many valleys in South Wales.
School Ratings in Abergarwed
There are 26 schools in and around Abergarwed.
House Prices in Abergarwed
The average property price is £143K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £104K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abergarwed
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Abergarwed, with 9 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Local Data for Abergarwed
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Property Prices 4,824 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Abergarwed ONS 2023
The average total household income in Abergarwed is approximately £40,331 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,179. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,179.
Businesses in Abergarwed ONS 2025
There are approximately 756 active businesses based in Abergarwed, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Abergarwed 77 crimes · May 2026
Abergarwed records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Abergarwed
Of the 16,136 households in and around Abergarwed, 63% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Abergarwed.