About Blaenllechau

Blaenllechau is a small settlement located in the Rhondda Cynon Taf county of Wales, within the CF43 postcode area. It lies in a valley setting, surrounded by hills typical of the South Wales landscape. The area is primarily residential, with houses clustered along narrow roads that follow the contours of the terrain. The community is part of the broader Rhondda Valley region, historically known for its coal mining heritage. While the village itself is modest in size, it retains a strong sense of local identity. Public transport links are limited, with buses providing connections to nearby towns such as Pontypridd and Tonypandy. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities, with footpaths leading into the hills and valleys. Blaenllechau is a quiet place, reflecting the character of many Welsh valleys.

School Ratings in Blaenllechau

Blaenllechau is served by 67 schools.

House Prices in Blaenllechau

Property prices average £84K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £73K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaenllechau

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Blaenllechau, with 17 incidents logged in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blaenllechau

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Blaenllechau, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,724 sales

Average Price £84K
£500 — £2.8M
Detached £168K 32
Semi £87K 52
Terraced £73K 1,511
Flat £39K 30

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Darran Park Primary School 0.5 miles Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Llyn Y Forwyn 0.6 miles Ferndale Community School 0.8 miles Maerdy Community Primary School 1.1 miles Cwmaman Primary 1.3 miles Bodringallt Primary School 1.5 miles Ysgol G.G. Bodringallt 1.6 miles Tylorstown Primary School 1.7 miles Penrhys Primary School 1.7 miles Ysgol Hen Felin 1.7 miles Gelli Primary School 1.8 miles Pontrhondda Primary School 1.9 miles

Crime in Blaenllechau 122 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Blaenllechau is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

50 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Public Order
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Vehicle Crime
5 Other Theft
4 Burglary
2 Drugs
2 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
South Wales Ferndale and Maerdy Visit force website →
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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

Ystrad Rhondda Train Station 1.7 miles
Ton Pentre Train Station 1.9 miles
Llwynypia Train Station 2.4 miles
Ynyswen Train Station 2.6 miles
Fernhill Train Station 2.8 miles
Cwmbach Train Station 3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ferndale 0.6 miles Maerdy 1.4 miles Rhondda 1.4 miles Cwmaman 1.4 miles Penrhys 1.4 miles Tylorstown 1.4 miles Ystrad 1.4 miles Pentre 2 miles Pontygwaith 2 miles Ton Pentre 2.2 miles Abercwmboi 2.2 miles Stanleytown 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Rhondda Cynon Taf
Ward Tylorstown and Ynyshir
Constituency Rhondda
Parish Tylorstown

Streets in CF43 30 shown View all streets

Aberdare Road 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Street 1 Arfryn Terrace 1 Avon Street 1 Ayron Street 1 Baglan Street 1 Baptist Row 1 Baptist Square 4 Beech Street 1 Blaenllechau Road 1 Blake Street 1 Brewery Terrace 2 Britannia Place 1 Brondeg Street 1 Brook Street 4 Brookfield Road 1 Brown Street 1 Bryn Terrace 1 Brynbedw Road 2 Bryngoleu Crescent 1 Brynheulog Terrace 2 Brynhyfryd 1 Brynhyfryd Terrace 3 Ceridwen Street 1 Charles Street 1 Church Street 2 Church Terrace 2 Commercial Street 1 Cross Lake Street 1

Postcodes in CF43 50 shown View all postcodes

CF43 3AA CF43 3AB CF43 3AD CF43 3AE CF43 3AJ CF43 3AN CF43 3AP CF43 3AR CF43 3AS CF43 3AT CF43 3AU CF43 3AW CF43 3AY CF43 3BA CF43 3BB CF43 3BD CF43 3BP CF43 3BS CF43 3BT CF43 3BU CF43 3BW CF43 3BY CF43 3DA CF43 3DB CF43 3DD CF43 3DE CF43 3DF CF43 3DG CF43 3DH CF43 3DL CF43 3DN CF43 3DP CF43 3DR CF43 3DS CF43 3DU CF43 3DW CF43 3EH CF43 3EL CF43 3EP CF43 3EQ CF43 3ER CF43 3ES CF43 3ET CF43 3EU CF43 3EW CF43 3EX CF43 3EY CF43 3HA CF43 3HB CF43 3HE