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Location in Rhondda Cynon TafBlaen Clydach sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blaen Clydach
Blaen Clydach is a small settlement located in the Rhondda Cynon Taf county borough of Wales, within the historic county of Glamorgan. Situated in the upper valley of the River Clydach, the area is part of the wider South Wales Valleys region. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and wooded areas, typical of the Welsh uplands. The village is accessible via the A473 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil. The postcode area CF40 covers the broader region, including Blaen Clydach and surrounding villages. The area has a strong sense of local identity, with community events and local organisations playing an important role in daily life.
School Ratings in Blaen Clydach
Families in Blaen Clydach have access to 50 local schools.
House Prices in Blaen Clydach
Homes sell for an average of £107K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £95K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaen Clydach
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Blaen Clydach, with 37 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Blaen Clydach
There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Blaen Clydach, the nearest being Saint Andrews Surgery (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Blaen Clydach
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Property Prices 2,784 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Blaen Clydach ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaen Clydach is approximately £37,850 a year before tax, 32% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,471. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,471.
Businesses in Blaen Clydach ONS 2025
There are approximately 369 active businesses based in Blaen Clydach, around 19 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Blaen Clydach 201 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Blaen Clydach are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
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 Blaen Clydach
Of the 8,426 households in and around Blaen Clydach, 67% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blaen Clydach.