Glyn-neath vs Maesteg
Which is better to live in? Distance: 9.3 miles apart.
The verdict
When it comes to cost of living, Glyn Neath wins on house prices with a 0% gap. Glyn Neath has the lower crime rate of the two.
Avg House Price
Glyn-neath
£153,793
Maesteg
£153,793
Crime Rate
Glyn-neath
69.0
Maesteg
70.7
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Glyn-neath
N/A
Maesteg
N/A
Avg Download Speed
Glyn-neath
344.8
Maesteg
446.5
EPC Rating
Glyn-neath
70.6
Maesteg
69.6
Median Income
Glyn-neath
£29,607
Maesteg
£30,528
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in WalesProperty in Maesteg commands an average of £153,793, compared with £153,793 in Glyn Neath – a difference of 0%. The most affordable entry point in Glyn Neath is a flat at £102,000, while in Maesteg it is a flat at £102,000.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: detached homes are 0% pricier in Glyn Neath (£303,574 vs £303,574).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Glyn Neath prices grew faster — 42% vs 42%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in WalesResidents of Glyn Neath experience less crime overall, with a rate of 69 per 1,000 versus 70.7 per 1,000 in Maesteg. The most common crime category in Glyn Neath is violent-crime, while in Maesteg 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 Glyn Neath and Maesteg. Glyn Neath has 0 schools and Maesteg has 0 schools.
Glyn-neath School Inspection Breakdown
Maesteg School Inspection Breakdown
| Metric | Glyn-neath | Maesteg |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 0 | 0 |
| Primary | 0 | 0 |
| Secondary | 0 | 0 |
| % Top two bands | N/A | N/A |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 446.5 Mbps in Maesteg and 344.8 Mbps in Glyn Neath. Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 94% of premises in Glyn Neath and 94% in Maesteg. Gigabit availability stands at 63.6% in Glyn Neath and 87.9% in Maesteg.
Maesteg is the faster of the two by 29% on average download speed (447 vs 345 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Energy efficiency favours Glyn Neath, scoring 70.6 on average (band C) compared to 69.6 (band C) in Maesteg. Estimated annual energy costs average £1,363 in Glyn Neath and £1,199 in Maesteg. 59.6% of homes in Glyn Neath have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 61.7% in Maesteg.
Maesteg has more energy-efficient housing — 61.7% reach band C or above, vs 59.6% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £30,528 in Maesteg and £29,607.3 in Glyn Neath. The median age is 47 in Glyn Neath and 44.4 in Maesteg. Employment rates stand at 52.7% in Glyn Neath and 53.6% in Maesteg. Owner-occupancy is 67% in Glyn Neath versus 70.5% in Maesteg. Glyn Neath has a population of 3,927 and Maesteg has 18,342.
| Indicator | Glyn-neath | Maesteg |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,927 | 18,342 |
| Median Age | 47 | 44.4 |
| Median Household Income | £29,607.3 | £30,528 |
| Employment Rate | 52.7% | 53.6% |
| Owner Occupied | 67% | 70.5% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 28.9% | 30% |
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