CF38 Pontypridd has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 4.9% for property prices and 7.2% for rental income, placing it in the 84th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 57.0. The area remains in an early gentrification stage, with rental growth outpacing capital appreciation by 2.3 percentage points. Population growth has been minimal at 0.4% over the same period, suggesting demand drivers may stem from investment activity rather than residential migration. These metrics indicate a market where rental yields have strengthened relative to price appreciation, relevant for investors evaluating income-generating opportunities against capital accumulation potential.
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- 1Property prices up 3.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.4% per year
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What's changing in Pontypridd · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.5 points this month to 55/100, driven mainly by demand.
20 planning applications submitted in CF38 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme.
- Construction of new two storey end of terrace dwelling with accommodation at loft level and rear dormer.Jan 2026 · Decided
- Discharge of Condition 10 (Landscape Restoration and Enhancement Plan) of planning permission 25/0700/FUL.Jun 2026 · pending
- Single storey side and rear extensionJun 2026 · pending
Pontypridd (CF38) common questions
Is Pontypridd up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Pontypridd (CF38) as Early. Its trajectory score is 55/100 (Strong), in the top 22% of districts nationally. The score is down 4.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Pontypridd safe?
Pontypridd has a safety score of 36/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Pontypridd?
The average property price in Pontypridd (CF38) is £173k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Pontypridd?
The median monthly rent in Pontypridd (CF38) is £740 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Pontypridd?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Pontyclun (CF72), Cardiff (CF15), Porth (CF39), Caerphilly (CF83), Cardiff (CF5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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