C+
Liveable Score

Passable Area

B

Outdoor Spaces

B+

Amenities

A

Transport

C

Schools

CouncilMerthyr Tydfil
Crime Rate
✓average
Demographics
😔 High Unemployment
Interactive liveability map of Aberfan showing color-coded areas with Liveable Scores ranging from A+ (Outstanding - dark green) to C (Challenged - red). Crime hotspots are marked with red pulsing indicators in 13 locations. Aberfan boundary is outlined in blue.Map allows users to explore different neighborhoods and their liveability ratings within the area.
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C+
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Nearby Places

Merthyr Vale

village

C+

0.8 km away

Mountain Ash

town

C+

2.4 km away

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAllotments
Adequate
Play SpacePlay Space
Adequate
Golf CourseGolf Course
Limited
Public ParkPublic Park
Adequate
Tennis CourtTennis Court
Limited
Bowling GreenBowling Green
Limited
Playing FieldPlaying Field
Ample

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsPubs & Bars
Sparse
Restaurants & CafesRestaurants & Cafes
Adequate
Retail ShoppingRetail Shopping
Ample
SupermarketsSupermarkets
Limited
TakeawaysTakeaways
Adequate

Transport Links

train
Merthyr Vale
Train
train
Mountain Ash
Train
train
Troed-Y-Rhiw
Train
train
Penrhiwceiber
Train
train
Pentre-Bach
Train

Schools

Outstanding
0 Schools
Good
0 Schools
Requires Improvement
0 Schools
Caegarw Primary School
Mountain Ash Comprehensive School
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Rhyd-Y-Grug
Bedlinog Community Primary School

House Prices

all dwelling types

£120,280

detached houses

£293,085

semi detached houses

£149,123

terraced houses

£110,786

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aberfan a nice place to live?

Aberfan is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.

How safe is Aberfan?

Aberfan has a low crime rate of 84.2 crimes per 1,000 people, which is below the national average. Crime hotspots have been reported near Rhodfa'R Crëyr, as reported by South Wales Police.

What are the demographics of Aberfan?

The majority of residents in Aberfan identify as White (British) (97%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (97%). The most common religion is No religion (63%).