SA31 1JL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Trem Y Bedol, 0.3km from Cwm-oernant in Carmarthen. Administratively it sits within Carmarthen Town North and South ward and the Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SA31 1JL represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SA31 1JL are sourced from Output Area W00003425 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TREM Y BEDOL, SA31 1JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TREM Y BEDOL, SA31 1JL.
316
50
£ 39,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SA31 1JL spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA31 1JL. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA31 1JL has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Siop Henwood1.0 km
- HENWOOD STORES1.0 km
- Tanerdy Garage and Shop0.5 km
- Garej Tanerdy Garage0.5 km
- Hugh Evans Butchers0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Tafarn Tanerdy0.5 km
- TAFARN TANERDY0.5 km
- Vine1.0 km
- Rainbows End1.0 km
- Lucifers1.0 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- HMY0.4 km
- Carmarthen Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.5 km
- Carmarthen Town AFC0.5 km
- Carmarthen Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.5 km
- HMY0.4 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- SPILMAN HOTEL0.9 km
- Ivy Bush Royal Hotel0.9 km
- IVY BUSH ROYAL HOTEL0.9 km
- Y DDERWEN FACH0.4 km
- Gwesty Spilman Hotel0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Coffee #11.0 km
- Costa Coffee Ltd1.0 km
- Nurture Centre0.9 km
- TIME COFFEE SHOP1.0 km
- Florentino's1.0 km
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative Group Food Ltd (King Street)0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
- Co-operative0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carmarthen1.3 km
- Ferryside11.7 km
- Kidwelly14.5 km
Bus Stops
- Belvedere Post Box0.1 km
- Belvedere Avenue0.1 km
- Llwyn Meredydd0.2 km
- Park Hall Green0.2 km
- Park Hall0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA311JL · Data under Open Government Licence