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Llanelli West

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About

Llanelli West encompasses a mix of residential neighbourhoods and industrial heritage, situated on the northern shore of the Loughor Estuary. The area is defined by its coastal location and historical ties to the tinplate and steel industries, with some former works now repurposed. The flat, low-lying landscape is marked by waterways and the expansive views across the estuary towards the Gower Peninsula, creating a distinctive, open environment.

The Millennium Coastal Park forms a significant green corridor along the waterfront, providing a continuous path for walking and cycling. Residential streets, largely consisting of post-war housing, are arranged in a practical grid pattern. The area's social and commercial heart is focused around the district of Bynea, which sits adjacent to the main road and rail links connecting to Swansea.

Area overview

On average Llanelli West has None deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Llanelli West is £42,397 per year. Llanelli West is home to around 7,435 people, with a population density of about 502.5 per km2.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
115
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Llanelli West Population
7,435
Population density
502.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
57.43(+69%)
Criminal damage and arson
18.7(+155%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.87(+22%)
Public order
11.03(+34%)
Shoplifting
8.47(+32%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,947
93.44%
Other White
267
3.59%
Other Asian
48
0.65%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.46%
Chinese
22
0.3%
Total population: 7,435

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,038
32.66%
No qualifications
1,143
18.32%
Level 3 (A level)
1,079
17.29%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
975
15.62%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
461
7.39%
Total 16+ residents: 6,240

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,419
42.88%
Owns with a mortgage
1,007
30.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
463
13.99%
Social rents from council
257
7.77%
Other forms of private rent
78
2.36%
Total households: 3,309

Property prices in Llanelli West

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £174,000 in Llanelli West area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,000 up to £515,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Llanelli West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Llanelli West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached34£185,000
Terraced50£154,500
Flats1£105,000
Detached13£273,000

10 years median price trend in Llanelli West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Llanelli West.

All postcodes in Llanelli West

SA153BH

Coldstream Street

SA153DF

Clos Caer Elms

SA152TE

Erw Road

SA154EQ

Tyle Catherine

SA154DJ

Stryd Bennett

SA154PD

Hengoed

SA153HD

Cysgod Y Llan

SA153LD

Belvedere Road

SA153EY

Raby Street

SA154AJ

Tramway Lane

SA154AP

Pwll Road

SA154PN

Cwmbach Road

SA153AD

Old Castle Road

SA154NL

Maengwynne

SA154AD

Elgin Road

SA153YA

Old Castle Road

SA151BQ

Murray Street

SA154HN

Rhodfa Llwyn Eithin

SA154HE

Heol Ynys Y Cwm

SA154AR

Beechgrove

SA152TH

Queen Victoria Road

SA153AA

Waunlanyrafon

SA154PR

Hengoed

SA154SJ

Swan Walk

SA153AW

Tyisha

SA153HA

Parkview Terrace

SA153HU

Roland Avenue

SA153HN

Goring Road

SA159ED

Old Castle Road

SA154EE

The Dell

SA153YB

Stepney Street

SA153BS

Greenway Street

SA151DR

Old Castle Road

SA159DE

Old Castle Road

SA154RE

Ivor Cottages

SA154EY

Ynysycwm Road

SA153JE

Thomas Street

SA154HG

Pentrepoeth Road

SA154PT

Trimsaran Road

SA154NH

Brynmefys

SA154HU

New Road

SA153BB

Hall Street

SA153BL

Pembrey Road

SA153BG

Coldstream Street

SA152SW

Old Castle Road

SA153EG

Stradey Park Avenue

SA153DU

Miles Street

SA153TW

The Arcade

SA151YN

Tyisha

SA159DF

Old Castle Road

SA153BD

Vauxhall

SA153EA

Chapman Street

SA154PU

Cilymaenllwyd Cottages

SA153EE

Stradey Park Avenue

SA154PS

Trimsaran Road

SA153BR

Cae Bad Terrace

SA153BP

Pembrey Road

SA154AX

Traeth Ffordd

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.