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Location in CarmarthenshireBancyfelin sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bancyfelin
Bancyfelin is a small village located in Carmarthenshire, in the southwest of Wales. It lies within the historic county of Carmarthenshire, known for its rolling countryside and rural character. The village is situated near the A484 road, which connects it to nearby towns and villages. Bancyfelin is part of the SA33 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region of west Wales. The area is predominantly agricultural, with farmland and woodland surrounding the village. The local community is close-knit, with a range of local amenities including a primary school, a church, and a few small shops. The village has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to medieval times. It is a peaceful place, offering a quiet lifestyle with easy access to the wider region.
School Ratings in Bancyfelin
Families in Bancyfelin have access to 12 local schools.
House Prices in Bancyfelin
Homes sell for an average of £280K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £299K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bancyfelin
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Bancyfelin, with 1 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Local Data for Bancyfelin
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Property Prices 1,618 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Bancyfelin ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bancyfelin is approximately £43,112 a year before tax, 22% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,771. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,771.
Businesses in Bancyfelin ONS 2025
There are approximately 985 active businesses based in Bancyfelin, around 77 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Bancyfelin 3 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Bancyfelin are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 5 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bancyfelin
Of the 5,474 households in and around Bancyfelin, 78% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 13% 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 Bancyfelin.