# Porth Property Market Summary
Porth, located in the Rhondda Valley, represents an affordable entry point into the South Wales property market with an overall average price of £92,297 across 7,216 properties. The area has experienced notable volatility in recent years, with prices reaching a peak of £188,270 in 2023 before moderating to £157,963 in 2024. The market has shown resilience following a dip between 2018-2020, with a particularly strong recovery during 2021-2023 when prices surged by over 70%. Transaction volumes have remained consistently robust, averaging around 400 sales annually, indicating sustained buyer interest in this former mining community.
The area's appeal lies in its combination of affordability and accessibility, offering value for first-time buyers and investors seeking rental opportunities in the Valleys. Recent price corrections from the 2023 peak suggest the market may be stabilising after the post-pandemic surge, though the early 2025 data (based on 178 sales) shows prices settling around £126,325. Porth benefits from its railway connections to Cardiff and its position as a traditional Rhondda town with established infrastructure, making it an attractive option for those seeking budget-friendly housing within commuting distance of the Welsh capital.
--- *Note: 2025-2026 figures represent partial year data and should be interpreted cautiously.*
The average house price in Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff is £92,297. Prices range from £240 to £4,500,000.
There are 7,216 properties in Porth with 8,711 recorded transactions since 1995.
The median house price in Porth is £72,000, compared to an average of £92,297.
Porth has 3,838 terraced properties, 1,815 semi-detached properties, 1,336 detached properties, 173 other properties.
Average house prices in Porth have risen by 239.9% from £36,395 in 1995 to £123,700 in 2026.
The most popular streets in Porth by number of properties include High Street, Worcester Court, Highfields, Trebanog Road, Aberrhondda Road.
Porth is located in Rhondda Cynon Taff, in the Rhondda Cynon Taff district.