About Abercraf

Abercraf is a small village located in the county of Powys, in the heart of Wales. It lies within the historic region of Glamorgan, near the border with Monmouthshire. The village is situated in a valley, with the River Craf flowing through it, and is surrounded by rolling hills and woodland. Abercraf is known for its rural setting and close connection to the local community. The area has a long history of coal mining, and remnants of this industrial past can still be seen in the landscape. The village is served by a local primary school and a few small shops, providing essential services to residents. It is accessible via the A4059 road, which links it to nearby towns such as Brecon and Crickhowell. The postcode area for Abercraf is SA9, which covers the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Abercraf

Families in Abercraf have access to 10 local schools.

House Prices in Abercraf

Homes sell for an average of £156K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £134K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abercraf

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Abercraf, with 18 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Abercraf

Broadband services in Abercraf range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,815 sales

Average Price £156K
£100 £3.34M
Detached £224K 471
Semi £134K 649
Terraced £109K 537
Flat £113K 23

Crime in Abercraf 93 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Abercraf is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

33 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Drugs
4 Other Theft
4 Public Order
3 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Local Government

District Powys
Ward Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais
Constituency Brecon and Radnorshire
Parish Ystradgynlais