Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Maesteg, Mid Glamorgan

Maesteg is at the north end of the Llynfi Valley and, together with neighbouring villages, it has a population approaching 25,000. Coal mining and iron production fuelled the town's growth in the 19th and early 20th centuries and at one time there were 6 collieries operating. Today, several large factories keep the town's industrial heritage going and employ large numbers of local people. Maesteg also has a strong service sector, although many residents commute for work to Bridgend, which is 9 miles away, and to Cardiff, which is 34 miles away.

Estate agents in Maesteg represent two and three-bedroom Victorian and Edwardian classic terraced cottages and houses; and a few, more contemporary terraced and semi-detached properties. If you are looking for houses for sale in Maesteg that offer four bedrooms, there are some beautiful Victorian detached and semi-detached houses; attractive, modern, executive-style houses with integral garages; new-build townhouses on three floors; and a mix of old and new detached houses on the fringes of town.

For details of flats for sale in Maesteg, which are mostly found in converted houses; and for information on all cottages and houses currently available, please contact Maesteg estate agents.

Amenities for property in Maesteg

Maesteg has many national retail chains within the town including Woolworths, Select, Specsavers, Clinton Cards, Superdrug, Blockbuster, Tesco, and Somerfield. A Land Reclamation Scheme is transforming a former industrial site to a new comprehensive school, sports fields and housing. Maesteg Leisure Centre is opposite the town's rugby club and offers a range of activities. There is a proud tradition of music and theatre in Maesteg with many local groups including Maesteg Children's Choir. Maesteg Golf Club is friendly and has a new clubhouse, and a few miles up the valley Afan Forest Park is perfect for hill walking, mountain biking and camping.

Transport in Maesteg

The main railway station in Maesteg is on a branch line off the South Wales Mainline and connects to stations in Bridgend and Cardiff. Maesteg bus station provides services within the town and to Bridgend along the A4063, and to Port Talbot and Neath.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Maesteg, which is covered by postcode CF34, you may also like to consider Bridgend, Porthcawl, Pontyclun, Pontypridd, Tonypandy, Porth, Ferndale, and Treorchy.