Postcode Analysis Carmarthenshire, Wales

COLLEGE VIEW, SA20 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLLEGE VIEW, SA20 0BD.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA20 0BD 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.

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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

SA20 0BD is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 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.

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

SA20 0BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on College View, 0.4km from Llandovery in Llandovery. Administratively it sits within Llandovery ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SA20 0BD is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 27% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 SA20 0BD are sourced from Output Area W00003652 (shared with 11 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 SA20 0BD. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 173,000

9 sales · Mean £ 173,383

Terraced

£ 123,000

10 sales · Mean £ 123,245

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

SA20 0BD has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Criminal damage and arson4
Drugs3
Public order3
Burglary2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Iechyd Da0.3 km
  • Siop Gig Matthews0.4 km
  • Weigh of Life0.4 km
  • CK's Supermarket0.3 km
  • Iechyd Da0.3 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Bear Inn0.3 km
  • The Lord Rhys0.0 km
  • BEAR INN0.3 km
  • Drovers Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
  • KINGS HEAD HOTEL0.3 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Caffi Tudors Cafe0.4 km
  • Coleg Llanymddyfri0.1 km
  • Craft Centre Cafe0.4 km
  • Miz Spice0.5 km
  • Parlwr Te Owls Nest0.7 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Judy's0.4 km
  • Juno's Lite Bites0.4 km
  • Mayflower Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Ozzy's Keban & Pizza0.4 km
  • MAYFLOWER CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.5 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Parlwr Te Penygawse0.5 km
  • Gwesty'r Castle0.3 km
  • CASTLE HOTEL0.3 km
  • PENYGAWSE VICTORIAN TEA ROOMS0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Co-operative Group Food Ltd (Ynysyrafon)1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llandovery0.1 km
  • Llanwrda6.0 km
  • Cynghordy7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Llandovery Rail Station0.1 km
  • Station0.1 km
  • Llandovery Rail Station0.1 km
  • Llandovery Railway Station0.1 km
  • Llandovery Rail Station0.2 km