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Location in Rhondda Cynon TafBryn sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bryn
Bryn is a residential area located within the Rhondda Cynon Taf county in Wales, situated in the CF44 postcode region. It lies to the north of the town of Pontypridd and is part of the wider Rhondda Valley. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing, reflecting its industrial heritage from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Bryn is well connected by road and rail, with easy access to nearby towns and the M4 motorway. The local community is active, with several schools, a library, and community centres providing services to residents. While the landscape is largely urban, there are green spaces nearby, including parts of the Rhondda Heritage Park, offering opportunities for walking and recreation. The area has a strong sense of local identity, shaped by its history and close-knit neighbourhoods.
School Ratings in Bryn
Families in Bryn have access to 20 local schools.
House Prices in Bryn
Homes sell for an average of £151K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £100K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bryn
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bryn, with 36 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Bryn
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bryn, the nearest being Hirwaun Medical Centre (2 miles away).
Local Data for Bryn
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Property Prices 5,373 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Bryn ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bryn is approximately £40,110 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,680. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,680.
Businesses in Bryn ONS 2025
There are approximately 867 active businesses based in Bryn, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Bryn 219 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Bryn is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bryn
Of the 18,041 households in and around Bryn, 67% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 17% 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 Bryn.