SA38 9DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Aber-Arad in Newcastle Emlyn. Administratively it sits within Cenarth and Llangeler ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
For families considering a move, SA38 9DQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 9DQ are sourced from Output Area W00003475 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA38 9DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA38 9DQ.
300
49
£ 36,100 /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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SA38 9DQ — age 49, 83% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 9DQ. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 161,250
2 sales · Mean £ 161,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA38 9DQ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Archfarchnad CK'S0.4 km
- CK'S SUPERMARKET0.4 km
- Love.Weigh.Eat (Zero Waste Shop)1.0 km
- Love.Weigh.Eat (Zero Waste Shop)1.0 km
- Siop Emlyn - Premier Stores1.0 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- MELIN PANDY Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
- MELIN PANDY Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Coopers Arms0.4 km
- Coopers Arms0.4 km
- Three Compasses1.0 km
- THREE COMPASSES1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Harrison's1.0 km
- Pickles Deli & Cafe1.0 km
- Y Cwtch Coffi Ltd1.0 km
- HARRISON'S1.0 km
- Pickles Deli & Cafe1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Litebite1.0 km
- Teifi Chips @ Caffi Emlyn1.0 km
- Litebite1.0 km
- Teifi Chips @ Caffi Emlyn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Glanaran (SW)0.4 km
- Station Terrace0.5 km
- Station Terrace0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SA389DQ · Data under Open Government Licence