SA39 9BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.0km from Pencader in Pencader. Administratively it sits within Llanfihangel-ar-Arth ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA39 9BX is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 25% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k, down 32.5% year-on-year. 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 SA39 9BX are sourced from Output Area W00003690 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA39 9BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA39 9BX.
307
44
£ 36,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA39 9BX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SA39 9BX is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £390k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 32.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA39 9BX. The average age is 43.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 322,500
10 sales · Mean £ 339,250
Semi-Detached
£ 460,000
1 sales · Mean £ 460,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SA39 9BX has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- WYN'S FRUIT AND VEG1.0 km
- WYN'S FRUIT AND VEG1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carmarthen15.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SA399BX · Data under Open Government Licence