SA44 5UQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Drefach in Carmarthenshire. Administratively it sits within Cenarth and Llangeler ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
For families considering a move, SA44 5UQ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £162k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% 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 SA44 5UQ are sourced from Output Area W00003704 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA44 5UQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA44 5UQ.
289
44
£ 36,100 /yr
43%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SA44 5UQ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA44 5UQ. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 151,000
2 sales · Mean £ 151,000
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
1 sales · Mean £ 155,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA44 5UQ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- PREMIER STORES (B+S ENTERPRISES)0.1 km
- Y Pantri Bach0.1 km
- Y Pantri Bach0.1 km
- Premier Stores (B+S Enterprises)0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- TAFARN JOHN Y GWAS0.4 km
- TAFARN JOHN Y GWAS0.4 km
- Red Lion Hotel0.2 km
- Red Lion Hotel0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Amgueddfa Wlân Genedlaethol0.4 km
- NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carmarthen19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Drefach Shelter0.1 km
- Pont y Capel0.1 km
- Spar Shop - Drefach0.2 km
- Spar Shop - Drefach0.2 km
- Post Office0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA445UQ · Data under Open Government Licence