Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

HEOL MEURIG, SA9 1DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEOL MEURIG, SA9 1DJ.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 37,000 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA9 1DJ 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.

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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 49% of tenure in SA9 1DJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 21.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA9 1DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heol Meurig, 0.6km from Y Gurnos in Ystalyfera. Administratively it sits within Cwm-twrch ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SA9 1DJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £71k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 21.1% 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 SA9 1DJ are sourced from Output Area W00002327 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA9 1DJ. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 74,500

6 sales · Mean £ 79,241

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SA9 1DJ has low crime rates — 25 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order4
Burglary3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The New Swan Hotel0.9 km
  • Tafarn Twrch0.8 km
  • Tafarn Twrch0.8 km
  • The Aubrey Arms0.5 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Gavin and Stacey Cafe0.2 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • The Clock Works0.8 km
  • Ystradgynlais Foodbank0.8 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Ystalyfera Chinese0.9 km
  • Mariano's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Fortune House1.0 km
  • Tiffin Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • Ystalyfera Kebab0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Boscos Holistic Pet Pantry0.7 km
  • Boscos Holistic Pet Pantry0.7 km
  • Kerry's Bakery0.9 km
  • Kerry's Bakery0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Neath12.7 km
  • Skewen13.6 km
  • Llansamlet15.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Gurnos Primary School0.2 km
  • Gurnos Primary School0.2 km
  • Heol Meurig0.2 km
  • Heol Meurig0.2 km
  • Gurnos Square0.3 km