SA40 9RX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heol Y Gaer, 0.3km from Llanybydder in Llanybydder. Administratively it sits within Llanybydder ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
For families considering a move, SA40 9RX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £169k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 15.0% 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 SA40 9RX are sourced from Output Area W00003772 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEOL Y GAER, SA40 9RX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEOL Y GAER, SA40 9RX.
223
56
£ 36,600 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA40 9RX 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.
Area Character
SA40 9RX is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 69% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £169k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 15.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA40 9RX. The average age is 55.7. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 159,500
4 sales · Mean £ 150,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA40 9RX is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bara Gwaliau Bakery0.4 km
- Londis0.5 km
- Premier0.3 km
- Majka Polish Shops Ltd0.5 km
- Nisa0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Albion Arms0.4 km
- Gwesty'r Llew Du, 0.4 km
- TANYGRAIG INN0.4 km
- BLACK LION HOTEL0.4 km
- TANYGRAIG INN0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Rominos0.3 km
- Rominos0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- New China Wok0.3 km
- New China Wok0.3 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Heol-y-Gaer0.2 km
- Heol-y-Gaer0.2 km
- Cross Hands Hotel0.3 km
- Llanybydder War Memorial0.3 km
- Llanybydder War Memorial0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA409RX · Data under Open Government Licence