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Location in Rhondda Cynon TafBlaenrhondda sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blaenrhondda
Blaenrhondda is a small settlement located in the Rhondda Cynon Taf county of Wales, within the CF42 postcode area. It lies in the upper part of the Rhondda Valley, surrounded by steep hills and wooded areas typical of the region. The area has historical ties to the coal mining industry, which shaped the local community and landscape during the 19th and early 20th centuries. While the number of active collieries has declined, remnants of the industrial past remain visible in the surrounding infrastructure. The village is accessible via local roads and is part of the broader network of communities in the valley. It offers a quiet, rural atmosphere with views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The community is served by local amenities and public transport links to nearby towns.
School Ratings in Blaenrhondda
There are 36 schools in and around Blaenrhondda.
House Prices in Blaenrhondda
The average property price is £109K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £96K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaenrhondda
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blaenrhondda, with 24 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Healthcare in Blaenrhondda
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Blaenrhondda, the nearest being Forest View Medical Centre (2.2 miles away).
Local Data for Blaenrhondda
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Property Prices 1,949 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Blaenrhondda ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaenrhondda is approximately £36,689 a year before tax, 34% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,500. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,500.
Businesses in Blaenrhondda ONS 2025
There are approximately 233 active businesses based in Blaenrhondda, around 17 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Blaenrhondda 133 crimes · May 2026
Blaenrhondda sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
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 Blaenrhondda
Of the 6,009 households in and around Blaenrhondda, 70% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 19% 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 Blaenrhondda.