Care homes listed	6
Largest	Regency House Residential Home (52 beds)
Homes by care type	Residential 3 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 6
Average house price, Torfaen (HM Land Registry, June 2026)	£199,778

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes

Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Torfaen

The average house price in Torfaen is £199,778, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types: £199,778
Detached: £335,796
Semi-detached: £209,477
Terraced: £165,422
Flats & maisonettes: £98,585

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Living in Pontypool

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 22% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 6 Natural Resources Wales flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Ebbw.

117 crimes reported in August 2026, Police.uk.

Violent crime41
Anti-social behaviour24
Public order22
Criminal damage & arson10

How we grade areas

Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, August 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026; flood: Natural Resources Wales.

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Community & connection in Pontypool

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Concern Torfaen

Age Connects Torfaen,provides various activities such as Home Services,Befriending ,Day Activities ,Friendship Hubs,on site Bistro , Young Onset Dementia Groupssituated at Widdershins Centre…

2.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1172466)

Charity

Llanfoist Old Age Pensioners Association

To give the membership regular activities, companionship, entertainment and caring friends.Members meet 1 monthly, to enjoy a hot two course meal, followed by entertainment.This is very…

5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (221217)

Charity

Markham Community House

Full size sports hall for hire, conference room to sit 20-25 people, small room available to sit 6-8 people, fitness suite onsite.cafe open daily between 9am - 1.30pm. over 60 luncheon club.

6.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093646)

Questions about care homes in Pontypool

How many care homes are there in Pontypool?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Pontypool on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.

What types of care are available in Pontypool?

Homes in and around Pontypool offer dementia (6), nursing (3), residential (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

How many care homes in Pontypool offer dementia care?

6 care homes in and around Pontypool offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CIW report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.

How safe is the Pontypool area?

Pontypool is graded C for safety & peace on AskBart — quieter than 22% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder. This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.

Can I get council funding for care in Pontypool?

If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Torfaen Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.

Near Pontypool

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.