About Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari

Font-y-gary, also known as Ffont-y-gari, is a small village located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. This area is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. The village is situated close to the coast, providing easy access to nearby seaside locations, which can be enjoyed by both locals and visitors. In terms of amenities, Font-y-gary has a few local shops and services that cater to the daily needs of residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village's proximity to larger towns in the Vale of Glamorgan makes it a convenient base for those wishing to explore the region further. The postcode area CF62 encompasses Font-y-gary and its neighbouring areas, making it easy to locate on a map.

School Ratings in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari

Families in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari have access to 21 local schools.

House Prices in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari

Homes sell for an average of £235K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £195K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari, with 31 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari

Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,564 sales

Average Price £235K
£150 £9.5M
Detached £341K 1,444
Semi £227K 1,800
Terraced £195K 2,472
Flat £139K 710

Crime in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari 149 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari 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.

68 Violence & Sexual Offences
31 Shoplifting
12 Other Theft
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Public Order
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Other Crime
3 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
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

Rhoose Cardiff International Airport Train Station 0.5 miles
Barry Train Station 3.3 miles
Barry Island Train Station 3.6 miles
Barry Docks Train Station 4.3 miles
Cadoxton Train Station 5 miles
Llantwit Major Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Vale of Glamorgan
Ward Wenvoe
Constituency Vale of Glamorgan
Parish Wenvoe

Notable & Famous People from Font-y-gary/Ffont-y-gari 1 people

Dai Rees
Golfer
professional golfer (1913–1983)