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Ponthir, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Ponthir is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,482. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,482 Population 264/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,397 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,397 median income, 5.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$236,226 home value, $1,249/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Ponthir

Ponthir

Ponthir is a village and community in the south-east of the county borough of Torfaen on the boundary of the counties of Monmouthshire and Newport. It is approximately six miles from Newport city centre and 3½ miles from Cwmbran, lying between the settlements of Caerleon and Llanfrechfa.

People

Population1,482
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density264/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,397
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$236,226
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units593

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+43.8%

Community

Population1,482
Population Density264 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates51.6322°, -2.9761°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$46,397
Median Age40.6 years

About Ponthir

Ponthir is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,482. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Ponthir has a population of 1,482 with a density of 264 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (1.5%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,482
Total Population
264
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Ponthir vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Ponthir is $46,397, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 135 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ponthir vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,397
38% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)135

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ponthir is $236,226, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 593 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,226
16% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.1%
Housing Units593

Property Tax

Ponthir experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below United Kingdom avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density264/sq mi
Coordinates51.6322°N, 2.9761°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 114 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 76 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 45 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 62 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 88 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 138 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 118 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 130 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 102 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 60 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 49 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 141 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 60 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 104 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 21 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 18 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 23 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 10 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 87 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 17 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.3 in

Ponthir has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (2.1").

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26.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.8%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density264/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Ponthir

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malpas Park Primary School - - - -
Malpas Court Primary School - - - -
Rougemont School - - - -
Ponthir Church in Wales School - - - -
Llantarnam Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ponthir

42 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Thornbury Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Ponthir

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abergavenny Museum
Abertillery & District Museum
Arthur Machen's House
Big Pit: National Coal Museum
Blaenafon Community Museum
Blaenavon Iron Works
Brynmawr and District Museum
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths
Caldicot Castle Museum
Cardiff Story Museum
Cardiff Story Museum
Clevedon Pier Shop
Cosmeston Medieval Village
Cosmeston Medieval Village
Ebbw Vale Works Museum
Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier
Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier
Hanbury Arms Haunted Hotel & Museum
Llanyrafon Manor
Museum of Welsh Cricket
Museum of Welsh Cricket
National Museum Cardiff
Newport Medieval Ship museum
Newport Museum and Art Gallery
Our Chartist Heritage
Roman Legionary Museum Caerleon
Techniquest
Techniquest
Torfaen Museum
Tredegar House Museum
Usk Rural Life Museum
Wartime Shelters
Wartime Shelters

Libraries in Ponthir

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberbargoed Library0.0
Abercarn Library0.0
Abergavenny Library0.0
Abertillery Library0.0
Bedwas Library0.0
Bettws Library0.0
Blackwood Library0.0
Blaenafon Library0.0
Blaina Library0.0
Brynmawr Library0.0
Caerleon Library0.0
Caerphilly Library0.0
Caldicot Community Hub0.0
Canton Library0.0
Canton Library0.0
Capel i Bawb0.0
Capel i Bawb0.0
Cardiff Central Library0.0
Cardiff Central Library0.0
Cathays Branch and Heritage Library0.0
Cathays Branch and Heritage Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Cwm Library0.0
Cwmbran Library0.0
Cwtsh Arts Centre0.0
Cyncoed Campus Library0.0
Cyncoed Campus Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Ebbw Vale Library0.0
Former Caerleon Library0.0
Gilwern Community Hub0.0
Learning Centre0.0
Learning Centre0.0
Llanedeyrn Hub0.0
Llanedeyrn Hub0.0
Llanedeyrn Library0.0
Llanedeyrn Library0.0
Llyfrgell Maindee Library0.0
Machen Library0.0
Malpas Library0.0
Nailsea Library0.0
Newport Central Library0.0
Oakdale Library0.0
Penarth Library0.0
Penylan Library0.0
Penylan Library0.0
Pillgwenlly Pop Up Library0.0
Pontypool Library0.0
Portishead Library0.0
Rhiwbina Hub0.0
Rhiwbina Hub0.0
Rhydypennau Library0.0
Ringland Library0.0
Risca Public Library0.0
Rogerstone Library0.0
Rumney Library0.0
Splott Library (Old)0.0
St Julian's Library0.0
STAR Hub0.0
STAR Hub0.0
Sully & Lavernock Community Library Trust0.0
The Cochrane Building0.0
Tredegar House Library0.0
Trevithick Library0.0
Trevithick Library0.0
Usk Community Hub0.0
Xenia0.0
Yatton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ponthir

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abergavenny Market
Bodega at The Priory
City Market
Cwmbran Marketplace
Emily's Indoor Market
Farm Shop Ponthir
Newport Market
Pontypool Indoor Market
Roath Farmers Market
Roath Farmers Market
Waitrose Piazza

Restaurants in Ponthir

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hungry Elephant Indian Takeaway
The Gate Restaurant

Cafes in Ponthir

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barneys cafe
Parc Pantry
Ponthir Community Cafe
Snack & Brew
The Pad

Clinics in Ponthir

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Candwr Brook Medical Centre

Dentists in Ponthir

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restore Dental Group

Veterinaries in Ponthir

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

South Wales Vets
Summergrove Vets

Gas Stations in Ponthir

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Jet

Gyms in Ponthir

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FitReps

Breweries in Ponthir

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clevedon Micro Brewey
Hive Mind / Wye Valley Meadery
Hog Brew
Mad Dog Brewery Co.
Mad Dog Brewery Co.
Tudor Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Ponthir

TeamLeagueDivision
Cardiff Arms Park
Cardiff City Stadium
Cardiff International Sports Stadium
Cardiff Wales Stadium
National Indoor Athletics Centre
Principality Stadium

Airports Near Ponthir

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Berrow Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Hanley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip-Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hoe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Ledbury Airfield-Small Airport
Little Down Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Llangarron Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Michaelwood Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Ponthir

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ashcroft House

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ponthir

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Saint Michael and All Angels
Lodge Farm Church
St Tegfedd
Zion Baptist Church Ponthir

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ponthir

What is the population of Ponthir?

Ponthir has a population of 1,482 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Ponthir expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,397, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,226 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ponthir?

Ponthir has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ponthir?

The unemployment rate in Ponthir is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 135 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ponthir?

The median home value in Ponthir is $236,226. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Ponthir?

26.8% of adults in Ponthir hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Ponthir?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ponthir is 1.5% White, 1.5% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of residents have a disability.

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