About Mountain Ash/Aberpennar

Mountain Ash, also known as Aberpennar, is a town located in the county of Rhondda Cynon Taf in Wales. It lies within the CF45 postcode area and is situated along the River Cynon. The town has a mix of residential areas and local shops, providing essential services to its residents. The surrounding landscape features hills and valleys characteristic of the South Wales region, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Mountain Ash has a railway station, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The town also hosts a variety of community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of local engagement.

School Ratings in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar

There are 68 schools in and around Mountain Ash/Aberpennar.

House Prices in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar

The average property price is £113K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £88K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Mountain Ash/Aberpennar, with 13 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar

Broadband availability in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. 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

Caegarw Primary School 0.3 miles Mountain Ash Comprehensive School 0.3 miles Darrenlas Primary School 0.5 miles Glenboi Primary School 0.5 miles Our Lady's R.C. Primary School 0.5 miles Miskin Primary School 0.8 miles Pengeulan Primary School 1 miles Capcoch Primary School 1.4 miles Penrhiwceibr Primary 1.4 miles Perthcelyn Community Primary School 1.5 miles Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School 1.7 miles Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Rhyd-Y-Grug 1.8 miles

Crime in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar 123 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Mountain Ash/Aberpennar sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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
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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

Mountain Ash Train Station 0.4 miles
Fernhill Train Station 0.6 miles
Penrhiwceiber Train Station 1.5 miles
Cwmbach Train Station 1.7 miles
Merthyr Vale Train Station 1.9 miles
Troed-Y-Rhiw Train Station 2.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fernhill 0.6 miles Miskin 0.6 miles Newtown 0.9 miles Cefnpennar 0.9 miles Cwmpennar 0.9 miles Abercwmboi 1.2 miles Penrhiwceiber 1.4 miles Perthcelyn 1.4 miles Cwmbach 1.8 miles Merthyr Vale/Ynysowen 1.9 miles Mount Pleasant 2 miles Aberfan 2 miles

Local Government

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

Notable & Famous People from Mountain Ash/Aberpennar 1 people

Stephen Williams
Politician
British politician (born 1966)

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