SA38 9AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Llys Derw, 0.8km from Quarry-Ffinant in Newcastle Emlyn. Administratively it sits within Cenarth and Llangeler ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SA38 9AX offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 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 SA38 9AX are sourced from Output Area W00003476 (shared with 43 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LLYS DERW, SA38 9AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LLYS DERW, SA38 9AX.
516
46
£ 36,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA38 9AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SA38 9AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 42% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 SA38 9AX. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
SA38 9AX has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Dewi James & Co (Cigyddion)1.0 km
- The Carrot Cruncher1.0 km
- DEWI JAMES & CO(BUTCHERS)1.0 km
- The Carrot Cruncher1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Gwesty'r Emlyn1.0 km
- Gwesty'r Emlyn Hotel1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Gwesty'r Plough1.0 km
- Ivy Bush1.0 km
- Tafarn Y Pelican1.0 km
- The Bunch of Grapes1.0 km
- PLOUGH HOTEL1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Caffi Central1.0 km
- Nahar Indian Restaurant1.0 km
- Yasmin's1.0 km
- CENTRAL CAFE1.0 km
- Nahar Indian Restaurant1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.8 km
- Co-op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- King Kebab1.0 km
- Moonlight Indian Restaurant & Takeaway1.0 km
- The Sandwich Shop1.0 km
- Flames Kebab and Pizza1.0 km
- Moonlight Indian Restaurant & Takeaway1.0 km
- + 3 more
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Postcode Profile: SA389AX · Data under Open Government Licence