About Aberthin

Aberthin is a small village located in The Vale of Glamorgan, in south Wales. It lies within the CF71 postcode area and is situated near the border with the Vale of Glamorgan and the county of Bridgend. The village is part of a rural landscape, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the region. It is not far from the town of Llantrisant and lies along the A48 road, which connects Cardiff to the south-west of Wales. The area is known for its agricultural land and peaceful countryside setting. While Aberthin itself is modest in size, it contributes to the wider community of the Vale of Glamorgan, offering a quiet, rural lifestyle. The village has a small number of residential properties and is close to local amenities in nearby towns.

School Ratings in Aberthin

There are 27 schools in and around Aberthin.

House Prices in Aberthin

The average property price is £464K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £529K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aberthin

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Aberthin, with 4 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aberthin

Broadband availability in Aberthin 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 1,447 sales

Average Price £464K
£2K £2.4M
Detached £529K 835
Semi £355K 271
Terraced £326K 135
Flat £278K 90

Crime in Aberthin 16 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Aberthin records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Other Theft
2 Burglary
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Pontyclun Train Station 4.2 miles
Llantwit Major Train Station 4.7 miles
Pencoed Train Station 4.7 miles
Llanharan Train Station 4.7 miles
Bridgend Train Station 6.6 miles
Rhoose Cardiff International Airport Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Vale of Glamorgan
Ward Cowbridge
Constituency Vale of Glamorgan
Parish Cowbridge with Llanblethian