CF44 Aberdare in South Wales shows a trajectory score of 53.1, placing it in the 68th percentile nationally, with gentrification at an early stage. Property prices have grown at 3.1% annually over five years, while rental growth has outpaced this at 6.7% CAGR, suggesting stronger investor yields than capital appreciation. The district's population declined marginally by 0.1% over the five-year period, indicating flat demographic momentum despite rental demand. This combination of modest price growth, stronger rental returns, and stable population presents a profile typical of early-stage regeneration areas where rental-focused strategies may currently offer better returns than long-term capital gains.
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- 1Property prices up 2.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.7% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Aberdare · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.3 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by demand.
41 planning applications submitted in CF44 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 7 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Discharge of conditions 4 (Moss Place tie-in), 5 (contamination) and 10 (Broadband Infrastructure) of previously approved planning application 24/1109/FUL for the construction of one dwelling with detached garage.Feb 2026 · pending
- Proposed single storey rear extension (including demolition of existing rear flat roof extension) loft floor front dormer & front porchJan 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Refurbishment to include new windows and doors and the change of use of the former public house hotel (Sui generis) to form 8 apartments (C3).Feb 2026 · pending
Aberdare (CF44) common questions
Is Aberdare up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Aberdare (CF44) as Early. Its trajectory score is 53/100 (Strong), in the top 31% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.4 points over the last 12 months.
Is Aberdare safe?
Aberdare has a safety score of 56/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Aberdare?
The average property price in Aberdare (CF44) is £173k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Aberdare?
The median monthly rent in Aberdare (CF44) is £758 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Aberdare?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Cowbridge (CF71), Merthyr Tydfil (CF48), Pentre (CF41), Treorchy (CF42), Ferndale (CF43). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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