Boys Village on the map
Location in The Vale of GlamorganBoys Village sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Boys Village
Boys Village is a small settlement located in the Vale of Glamorgan, within the country of Wales. It lies within the CF62 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The village is known for its close-knit community and quiet surroundings, offering a peaceful environment for those living nearby. While it does not have a large commercial centre, local amenities are accessible within a short distance. The landscape around Boys Village is typical of the Vale of Glamorgan, with open fields and rolling countryside. The village is not far from the coast, providing easy access to the Welsh coastline and its associated attractions.
School Ratings in Boys Village
Families in Boys Village have access to 14 local schools.
House Prices in Boys Village
Homes sell for an average of £241K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £200K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boys Village
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Boys Village, with 70 incidents recorded in June 2026.
Healthcare in Boys Village
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Boys Village, the nearest being St Athan Medical Centre (1.2 miles away).
Property Prices 6,477 sales
Schools & Education 14 within 5 miles View all schools
Household Income in Boys Village ONS 2023
The average total household income in Boys Village is approximately £47,622 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,593. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,593.
Businesses in Boys Village ONS 2025
There are approximately 977 active businesses based in Boys Village, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Boys Village 231 crimes · June 2026
Crime in Boys Village is around the national average, with shoplifting 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
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Boys Village
Of the 19,849 households in and around Boys Village, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% 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 Boys Village.