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Location in CarmarthenshireAber Arad sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Aber Arad
Aber Arad is a small settlement located in Carmarthenshire, in the southwest of Wales. It lies within the SA38 postcode area and is situated near the River Arad, which gives the place its name. The area is largely rural, with farmland and woodland surrounding the village. The landscape reflects the typical Welsh countryside, with rolling hills and scattered farmhouses. The village itself is modest in size, with a close-knit community and a quiet atmosphere. It is accessible via local roads and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Llandeilo and Carmarthen. The area offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a rural lifestyle, with walking trails and scenic views available nearby.
School Ratings in Aber Arad
Families in Aber Arad have access to 5 local schools.
House Prices in Aber Arad
Homes sell for an average of £250K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £285K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aber Arad
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Aber Arad, with 4 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Healthcare in Aber Arad
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Aber Arad, the nearest being Meddygfa Emlyn (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Aber Arad
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Property Prices 661 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Aber Arad ONS 2023
The average total household income in Aber Arad is approximately £40,922 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,443. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,443.
Businesses in Aber Arad ONS 2025
There are approximately 265 active businesses based in Aber Arad, around 68 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Aber Arad 16 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Aber Arad is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a village with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Aber Arad
Of the 1,716 households in and around Aber Arad, 73% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aber Arad.