SA18 1AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Arfryn, 0.3km from Brynamman, Upper in Brynamman. Administratively it sits within Cwarter Bach ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA18 1AP 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 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 8.0% 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 SA18 1AP are sourced from Output Area W00003857 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARFRYN, SA18 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARFRYN, SA18 1AP.
324
39
£ 34,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA18 1AP 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
SA18 1AP is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 8.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA18 1AP. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
2 sales · Mean £ 120,000
Flat
£ 56,000
1 sales · Mean £ 56,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA18 1AP has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Tafarn Derlwyn Arms0.3 km
- DERLWYN ARMS0.3 km
- Bridgend Inn0.6 km
- BRIDGEND INN0.6 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Neuadd Gyhoeddus Brynaman0.6 km
- Siop y Mynydd Du0.4 km
- Black Mountain Turkeys0.3 km
- BRYNAMMAN PUBLIC HALL0.6 km
- Black Mountain Turkeys0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Canolfan y Mynydd Du0.4 km
- Black Mountain Centre0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Lotus Chinese and Fish Shop0.6 km
- Happy Corner0.8 km
- Yummies0.2 km
- Happy Corner0.8 km
- LOTUS CHINESE AND FISH SHOP0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ammanford9.4 km
- Llandybie9.6 km
- Pantyffynnon10.1 km
Bus Stops
- Arfryn0.0 km
- Mountain Road0.1 km
- Mountain Road0.2 km
- Derlwyn Arms0.2 km
- New Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA181AP · Data under Open Government Licence