CF41 (Pentre) in South Wales has recorded 5-year price growth of 4.9% compound annual growth rate, alongside rental growth of 7.2% CAGR, indicating stronger rental dynamics than sales value appreciation. Population expansion remains modest at 0.4% over five years. The district scores 52.2/100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 63rd percentile nationally, and is classified in the early gentrification stage. The disparity between rental and capital growth suggests investor focus has centred on yield rather than property value expansion, typical of areas undergoing early-stage transition. Property market activity reflects underlying economic and demographic patterns consistent with post-industrial valleys in South Wales.
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- 1Property prices up 3.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.4% per year
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What's changing in Pentre · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.9 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by safety.
4 planning applications submitted in CF41 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- The proposal is for a change of use from Class A1 (retail) to Class A3 (cafe) to operate as a small family-orientated play cafe. Incorporating a small indoor play area alongside a seating area for customers.Apr 2026 · pending
- Proposed first floor bedroom extensionApr 2026 · pending
- Loft conversion to accommodate two bedroomsApr 2026 · pending
Pentre (CF41) common questions
Is Pentre up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Pentre (CF41) as Early. Its trajectory score is 53/100 (Strong), in the top 32% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Pentre safe?
Pentre has a safety score of 32/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Pentre?
The average property price in Pentre (CF41) is £173k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Pentre?
The median monthly rent in Pentre (CF41) is £740 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Pentre?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Cowbridge (CF71), Porth (CF39), Llantwit Major (CF61), Aberdare (CF44), Pontyclun (CF72). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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