House prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf
The average house price in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £168,304, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf have risen strongly (+8.7%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+33.9%). Five years ago the average was around £125,696. That puts Rhondda Cynon Taf 22% below the Wales average of £215,252. That makes Rhondda Cynon Taf the 298th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 6th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf peaked at around £168,304 (May 2026). Since 1995 the average has changed by +423.3%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are +5.2% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have beaten the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Rhondda Cynon Taf compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhondda Cynon Taf | £168,304 | +8.7% | +33.9% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Stockton-on-Tees | £169,010 | +2.6% | +18.4% |
| Blackburn with Darwen | £165,437 | +3.5% | +34.2% |
| Doncaster | £172,857 | +4.1% | +24.5% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Stockton-on-Tees — £169,010
- Blackburn with Darwen — £165,437
- Doncaster — £172,857
- Barnsley — £173,077
- Cumberland — £173,130
- Neath Port Talbot — £161,864
Compare with the Wales average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
The average house price in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £168,304 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf have risen strongly (+8.7%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+33.9%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Rhondda Cynon Taf?
On the average Rhondda Cynon Taf home, a 10% deposit is about £16,830, and a 5% deposit around £8,415. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Rhondda Cynon Taf is the 298th most expensive and the 6th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Rhondda Cynon Taf home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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