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Property investment stats for Abercynon, Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Abercynon.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Abercynon offers a mix of affordability and steady, if unspectacular, growth for property investors. The area’s capital growth over three years of 3.5% and annualised growth of 1.2% suggest a market that moves at a measured pace rather than one chasing headlines. With a median price per square foot of £128 per sq ft and a price-to-income ratio of 2.9, entry costs are relatively low compared to many parts of Britain, making it accessible for first-time or value-focused investors. The market sees annual sales of 66 and homes typically spend 67 days before selling, indicating reasonable liquidity without the frenzy of overheated markets.

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Key investment stats for Abercynon

Median price per sq ft

£128 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

-

Sales in past year

66

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Abercynon

Live prices in Abercynon, Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£160,000

25% of properties below...

£131,250

75% of properties below...

£272,500

Most expensive property

£766,000

Live listings

50

Median days on market

67

Should you invest in Abercynon?

Opportunities

  • Rental investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 7.2% in the top-performing postcode district, which stands out for the region.
  • The current median asking sale price of a three-bedroom house at £160,000 and median rent for the same at £850 create a favourable balance for those seeking income properties.
  • With a median sale price for a two-bedroom flat at £84,750, entry-level investments are within reach for many buyers.

Risks

  • The population’s relatively low proportion of professionals and managers (in the 10th percentile for Britain) could limit demand for higher-end or executive lets.
  • With only 66 transactions a year, liquidity is decent but not high, so investors may need patience when exiting.
  • The area’s educational attainment is in the 20th percentile, which could impact long-term capital appreciation compared to more highly educated markets.

Outlook

The next twelve months in Abercynon look stable for investors who value income and affordability over rapid price gains. The area’s measured capital growth of 3.5% over three years is unlikely to turn heads, but it does suggest a market that avoids wild swings. Rental demand should remain healthy, supported by a strong family presence (in the 80th percentile for Britain) and a younger population profile.

Affordability, as indicated by the price-to-income ratio of 2.9, is a key strength and should underpin steady demand from both buyers and renters. While the pace of sales and price growth may be modest, the combination of good yields, accessible entry prices, and stable demand points to a market where patient investors can find solid returns without excessive risk.

Live properties in Abercynon

Investment properties in Abercynon, Wales

3 bedroom terraced house for sale
On market for 170 days

£135,000

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Bassett Street, Abercynon, Mountain...

Slow to sell properties in Abercynon, Wales
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
8% local capital growth

£130,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Ynysmeurig Road, Mountain Ash

High capital growth properties in Abercynon, Wales
High Capital Growth

Best places to invest in Abercynon

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CF457.2%7.4%£135 / sq ft

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Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.