About Carnetown

Carnetown is a small settlement located in the Rhondda Cynon Taf county borough of Wales, within the CF45 postcode area. Situated in the historic coal-mining region of South Wales, the area reflects the industrial heritage of the region, with former collieries and associated infrastructure still visible in the landscape. The village lies in a valley, surrounded by hills that offer views across the local countryside. While the population is modest, the community maintains strong local ties, with several local amenities serving residents. The area is accessible by road, with nearby connections to larger towns such as Pontardawe and Aberdare. Carnetown remains a quiet residential area, with a mix of older terraced housing and more modern developments. The surrounding natural environment provides opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation, particularly along the nearby valleys and footpaths.

School Ratings in Carnetown

Families in Carnetown have access to 63 local schools.

House Prices in Carnetown

Homes sell for an average of £113K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £88K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carnetown

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Carnetown, with 13 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Carnetown

Broadband services in Carnetown range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,727 sales

Average Price £113K
£200 — £5.35M
Detached £246K 228
Semi £130K 394
Terraced £88K 1,929
Flat £67K 44

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Abercynon Community Primary School 0.5 miles Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon 0.8 miles Trerobart Primary School 1 miles Ysgol Bro Taf 1.4 miles Ynysboeth Community Primary 1.4 miles Cefn Primary School 1.4 miles Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School 1.4 miles Edwardsville Primary School 1.7 miles Llanfabon Infants School 2.1 miles Perthcelyn Community Primary School 2.1 miles Penrhiwceibr Primary 2.2 miles Trallwng Infants School 2.3 miles

Crime in Carnetown 123 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Carnetown is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

63 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Other Theft
10 Public Order
6 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
3 Other Crime
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
South Wales Abercynon 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

Abercynon Train Station 0.5 miles
Quakers Yard Train Station 1.5 miles
Penrhiwceiber Train Station 2.1 miles
Trehafod Train Station 2.9 miles
Pontypridd Train Station 2.9 miles
Merthyr Vale Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Abercynon 0.9 miles Ynysybwl 1.2 miles Ynysboeth 1.2 miles Glyncoch 1.2 miles Edwardsville 1.4 miles Tyntetown 1.4 miles Cilfynydd 1.4 miles Craig Berthlwyd 1.8 miles Quaker's Yard 1.8 miles Tai'r-heol 1.9 miles Mynachdy 2 miles Llanfabon 2 miles

Local Government

District Rhondda Cynon Taf
Ward Mountain Ash
Constituency Cynon Valley
Parish Mountain Ash West

Streets in CF45 30 shown View all streets

A4054 1 A4059 6 A470 2 Aber-ffrwd Road 5 Abercwmboi-Isaf Road 1 Abercynon Road 11 Aberdare Road 4 Aberpennar Street 1 Albany Street 1 Albert Street 1 Alexandra Place 2 Alexandra Terrace 1 Allen Street 3 Ann Street 2 Argyle Street 2 Arnold Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Austin Street 1 Avondale Street 5 B4275 2 Bailey Street 3 Basset Street 1 Bassett Street 1 Beadon Street 1 Beckett Street 1 Bellevue Terrace 1 Boi Close 1 Bradley Street 2 Bron-y-deri 1

Postcodes in CF45 50 shown View all postcodes

CF45 3AA CF45 3AB CF45 3AD CF45 3AE CF45 3AF CF45 3AG CF45 3AH CF45 3AJ CF45 3AL CF45 3AN CF45 3AP CF45 3AR CF45 3AS CF45 3AT CF45 3AU CF45 3AW CF45 3AY CF45 3BA CF45 3BB CF45 3BD CF45 3BE CF45 3BG CF45 3BH CF45 3BL CF45 3BN CF45 3BP CF45 3BS CF45 3BT CF45 3BU CF45 3BW CF45 3BX CF45 3BY CF45 3DA CF45 3DB CF45 3DG CF45 3DH CF45 3DJ CF45 3DL CF45 3DN CF45 3DP CF45 3DR CF45 3DS CF45 3DT CF45 3DU CF45 3DW CF45 3DX CF45 3EE CF45 3EF CF45 3EG CF45 3EH