About Aberdare/Aberdar

Aberdare lies in the Rhondda Cynon Taf county of Wales, within the historic county of Glamorgan. The town is situated in the Cynon Valley, surrounded by the foothills of the Welsh mountains, and has a long industrial heritage linked to coal mining and ironworks. The town centre features a mix of Victorian and modern buildings, with a market hall and several shops along the main street. The nearby Cynon Valley Walkway offers a pleasant route for walking and cycling, following the course of the River Cynon. Aberdare is served by Aberdare railway station, which connects it to Cardiff and other nearby towns. The area has a strong community spirit, with local events and cultural activities taking place throughout the year. The postcode area CF44 covers the town and its immediate surroundings.

School Ratings in Aberdare/Aberdar

Aberdare/Aberdar is served by 67 schools.

House Prices in Aberdare/Aberdar

Property prices average £146K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £97K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aberdare/Aberdar

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Aberdare/Aberdar, with 21 incidents logged in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aberdare/Aberdar

Most properties in Aberdare/Aberdar can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,599 sales

Average Price £146K
£800 — £6.75M
Detached £254K 1,077
Semi £152K 1,178
Terraced £97K 2,991
Flat £65K 124

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Aberdare Community School 0.1 miles Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School 0.2 miles Caradog Primary School 0.3 miles St Margaret's R.C. Primary School 0.5 miles Abernant Primary School 0.6 miles Blaengwawr Primary School 0.6 miles St John Baptist C.I.W. High School 0.8 miles Aberdare Park Primary 0.9 miles Park Lane Special School 1 miles Cwmbach Community Primary 1.1 miles Ty Gwyn Education Centres 1.2 miles Ysgol G.G. Aberdar 1.2 miles

Crime in Aberdare/Aberdar 218 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Aberdare/Aberdar experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

121 Violence & Sexual Offences
21 Anti-Social Behaviour
20 Public Order
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Shoplifting
7 Other Crime
6 Other Theft
5 Drugs
4 Weapons
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
1 Robbery
Local Policing
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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

Cwmbach Train Station 1.4 miles
Fernhill Train Station 2.7 miles
Mountain Ash Train Station 3.5 miles
Merthyr Tydfil Train Station 3.5 miles
Pentre-Bach Train Station 3.5 miles
Troed-Y-Rhiw Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gadlys 0.6 miles Robertstown 0.6 miles Aberaman 0.9 miles Trecynon 0.9 miles Cwmdare 1.4 miles Cwmbach 1.4 miles Llwydcoed 1.4 miles Cwmaman 1.9 miles Tre-Gibbon 2 miles Tre-Ifor 2 miles Cefnpennar 2.2 miles Cwmpennar 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Rhondda Cynon Taf
Ward Cwmbach
Constituency Cynon Valley
Parish Cwmbach

Notable & Famous People from Aberdare/Aberdar 8 people

Alwyn Williams
Geologist
British geologist (1921–2004)
Dai Llewellyn
Politician
Welsh socialite (1946-2009)
Dai Young
Rugby union player
Welsh rugby union footballer, coach and administrator, and rugby league footballer
Jo Walton
Writer
Welsh Canadian writer
Lyn Evans
Physicist
Welsh physicist
Martin Roberts
Rugby union player
Welsh rugby union player
Sarah Thomas
Field hockey player
Welsh field hockey midfield and forward player
Teddy Morgan
Physician
Welsh Rugby union footballer. (1880-1949)

Streets in CF44 30 shown View all streets

A4059 16 A4061 2 A4233 1 Abergwawr Place 1 Abergwawr Street 1 Abernant Road 7 Afon Dar Close 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Drive 1 Alexandra Gardens 1 Alexandra Terrace 1 Alice Place 1 Alma Street 1 Aman Court 1 Aman Street 2 Ann Street 1 Areryn 3 Arfryn 1 Arnott's Place 1 Ash Street 1 Ashbourne Court 1 Ashgrove 1 Awelfryn 1 B4275 6 Bankes Street 1 Beacons Park 1 Beddoe Street 2 Bedford Street 1 Beech Terrace 2

Postcodes in CF44 50 shown View all postcodes

CF44 0AA CF44 0AB CF44 0AD CF44 0AE CF44 0AF CF44 0AG CF44 0AH CF44 0AJ CF44 0AL CF44 0AN CF44 0AP CF44 0AQ CF44 0AR CF44 0AS CF44 0AT CF44 0AU CF44 0AW CF44 0AX CF44 0AY CF44 0AZ CF44 0BA CF44 0BB CF44 0BD CF44 0BE CF44 0BF CF44 0BG CF44 0BH CF44 0BJ CF44 0BL CF44 0BN CF44 0BP CF44 0BQ CF44 0BS CF44 0BT CF44 0BU CF44 0BX CF44 0BY CF44 0BZ CF44 0DA CF44 0DB CF44 0DD CF44 0DE CF44 0DF CF44 0DG CF44 0DH CF44 0DJ CF44 0DL CF44 0DN CF44 0DP CF44 0DQ