Aberbargoed vs Nelson (Caerphilly)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 3.9 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Aberbargoed wins on house prices with a 22% gap. Aberbargoed has the lower crime rate of the two.
Avg House Price
Aberbargoed
£177,121
Nelson (Caerphilly)
£226,037
Crime Rate
Aberbargoed
85.0
Nelson (Caerphilly)
85.0
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Aberbargoed
N/A
Nelson (Caerphilly)
N/A
Avg Download Speed
Aberbargoed
274.2
Nelson (Caerphilly)
238.1
EPC Rating
Aberbargoed
70.8
Nelson (Caerphilly)
71.2
Median Income
Aberbargoed
£28,449
Nelson (Caerphilly)
£29,269
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in WalesProperty in Nelson (caerphilly) commands an average of £226,037, compared with £177,121 in Aberbargoed – a difference of 22%. The most affordable entry point in Aberbargoed is a terraced at £127,073, while in Nelson (caerphilly) it is a terraced at £164,406.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: terraced homes are 23% pricier in Nelson (caerphilly) (£164,406 vs £127,073).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Nelson (caerphilly) prices grew faster — 63% vs 19%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in WalesResidents of Aberbargoed experience less crime overall, with a rate of 85 per 1,000 versus 85 per 1,000 in Nelson (caerphilly). The most common crime category in Aberbargoed is violent-crime, while in Nelson (caerphilly) it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in WalesSchool quality data is not fully available for both Aberbargoed and Nelson (caerphilly). Aberbargoed has 0 schools and Nelson (caerphilly) has 0 schools.
Aberbargoed School Inspection Breakdown
Nelson (Caerphilly) School Inspection Breakdown
| Metric | Aberbargoed | Nelson (Caerphilly) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 0 | 0 |
| Primary | 0 | 0 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | N/A | N/A |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 274.2 Mbps in Aberbargoed and 238.1 Mbps in Nelson (caerphilly). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 98% of premises in Aberbargoed and 95.4% in Nelson (caerphilly). Gigabit availability stands at 46.5% in Aberbargoed and 38.3% in Nelson (caerphilly).
Aberbargoed is the faster of the two by 15% on average download speed (274 vs 238 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Nelson (caerphilly) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 71.2 (C), while Aberbargoed averages 70.8 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,199 in Aberbargoed and £1,172 in Nelson (caerphilly). 62.6% of homes in Aberbargoed have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 68% in Nelson (caerphilly).
Nelson (caerphilly) has more energy-efficient housing — 68% reach band C or above, vs 62.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £29,268.5 in Nelson (caerphilly) and £28,449 in Aberbargoed. The median age is 43.6 in Aberbargoed and 43.2 in Nelson (caerphilly). Owner-occupancy is 67.5% in Aberbargoed versus 65% in Nelson (caerphilly). Employment rates stand at 54% in Aberbargoed and 53.9% in Nelson (caerphilly).
| Indicator | Aberbargoed | Nelson (Caerphilly) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,412 | 4,235 |
| Median Age | 43.6 | 43.2 |
| Median Household Income | £28,449 | £29,268.5 |
| Employment Rate | 54% | 53.9% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.5% | 65% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 25.3% | 25.1% |
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