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Location in CarmarthenshireCefneithin sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cefneithin
Cefneithin is a small village located in Carmarthenshire, in the south-west of Wales. It lies within the SA14 postcode area and is situated near the border with Pembrokeshire. The village is part of the historic county of Carmarthenshire and is known for its rural setting and close ties to the surrounding agricultural landscape. Cefneithin is positioned along the A484 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Llanelli and Carmarthen. The area is characterised by open fields, rolling hills, and traditional Welsh countryside. While the village itself is modest in size, it has a strong sense of community and is home to local amenities including a church and a community hall. Its location makes it a convenient stop for those travelling between the coastal regions and the interior of West Wales.
School Ratings in Cefneithin
Cefneithin is served by 23 schools.
House Prices in Cefneithin
Property prices average £211K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £146K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cefneithin
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Cefneithin, with 1 incidents logged in May 2026.
Healthcare in Cefneithin
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Cefneithin, the nearest being Meddygfa'r Tymbl (0.3 miles away).
Local Data for Cefneithin
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Property Prices 4,751 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Cefneithin ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cefneithin is approximately £44,153 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,831. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,831.
Businesses in Cefneithin ONS 2025
There are approximately 974 active businesses based in Cefneithin, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 25 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Cefneithin 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Cefneithin falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Other crime tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Cefneithin
Of the 14,249 households in and around Cefneithin, 73% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 11% 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 Cefneithin.