SA61 1BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Portfield, 0.6km from Albert Town in Haverfordwest. Administratively it sits within Haverfordwest: Portfield ward and the Preseli Pembrokeshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SA61 1BN represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £225k. 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 SA61 1BN are sourced from Output Area W00003051 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTFIELD, SA61 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTFIELD, SA61 1BN.
244
42
£ 35,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA61 1BN 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
SA61 1BN is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA61 1BN. The average age is 42.1. 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
£ 225,750
2 sales · Mean £ 225,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA61 1BN is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Eileens (premier)0.9 km
- Eileens (premier)0.9 km
- Pembrokeshire College/ Little Fresh0.7 km
- County Stores0.6 km
- Trafalgar Stores (Mace)0.5 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
78 nearby- McDonalds0.7 km
- The Glen0.5 km
- McDonalds0.7 km
- The Glen0.5 km
- Action for Children/The Hatch0.3 km
- + 73 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Dial a Curry0.5 km
- Seven Spice0.9 km
- Snowdrop Kebab House0.5 km
- Dial a Curry0.5 km
- Snowdrop Kebab House0.5 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Mariners Hotel0.6 km
- Mariners Hotel0.6 km
- College Guest House0.5 km
- College Guest House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
28 nearby- Balfour Conservative Club0.9 km
- Eddie Rocks0.9 km
- Greyhound Hotel0.6 km
- Labyrinth0.9 km
- The Castle Hotel0.8 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Haverfordwest1.4 km
- Johnston4.8 km
- Clarbeston Road9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Portfield Avenue0.1 km
- Portfield Avenue0.1 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Jury Lane0.2 km
- Barn Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA611BN · Data under Open Government Licence