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Location in The Vale of GlamorganBurton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Burton
Burton is a village located in the Vale of Glamorgan, within the county of Wales. It lies in the CF62 postcode area, situated in the southern part of the country. The village is part of a rural landscape, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the region. Its position offers easy access to nearby towns such as Barry and Penarth, while maintaining a quiet, countryside character. The local community is active, with regular events and gatherings held in the village hall. The area is known for its agricultural heritage and traditional Welsh countryside views. Burton is well connected by road, with the A48 and M4 motorway providing convenient travel links to Cardiff and other major centres. The village retains a sense of local identity, with a mix of older and more modern housing. It is a place where residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.
School Ratings in Burton
Families in Burton have access to 21 local schools.
House Prices in Burton
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 Burton
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Burton, with 35 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Burton
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Burton, the nearest being St Athan Medical Centre (1.6 miles away).
Local Data for Burton
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Property Prices 6,477 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Burton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burton 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 Burton ONS 2025
There are approximately 977 active businesses based in Burton, 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 Burton 179 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Burton are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
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 Burton
Of the 19,849 households in and around Burton, 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 Burton.