Postcode Analysis Carmarthenshire, Wales

SA40 9RL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA40 9RL.

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Population

480

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 36,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA40 9RL 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.

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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 45, SA40 9RL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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

SA40 9RL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Llanybydder in Llanybydder. Administratively it sits within Llanybydder ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.

For families considering a move, SA40 9RL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k. 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 SA40 9RL are sourced from Output Area W00003768 (shared with 16 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 SA40 9RL. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 132,500

5 sales · Mean £ 137,900

Semi-Detached

£ 176,000

4 sales · Mean £ 184,000

Terraced

£ 129,950

1 sales · Mean £ 129,950

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

SA40 9RL has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Burglary10
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft6

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bara Gwaliau Bakery0.4 km
  • Londis0.4 km
  • Premier0.2 km
  • Majka Polish Shops Ltd0.4 km
  • Nisa0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Albion Arms0.4 km
  • Gwesty'r Llew Du, 0.4 km
  • TANYGRAIG INN0.3 km
  • BLACK LION HOTEL0.4 km
  • TANYGRAIG INN0.3 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Rominos0.3 km
  • Dunbia Canteen0.8 km
  • Rominos0.3 km
  • Dunbia Canteen0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • New China Wok0.3 km
  • New China Wok0.3 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Llanybydder War Memorial0.2 km
  • Llanybydder War Memorial0.2 km
  • Cross Hands Hotel0.2 km
  • Rhiw San Pedr0.3 km
  • Rhiw San Pedr0.3 km