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Location in CarmarthenshirePorthyrhyd sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Porthyrhyd
Porthyrhyd is a small village located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, within the SA19 postcode area. It is situated near the River Towy, providing a scenic backdrop for the local community. The village is primarily residential, with a few amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants.
Surrounding Porthyrhyd, you will find the beautiful Welsh countryside, which offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is not far from larger towns, allowing residents and visitors to access more extensive facilities and services. Overall, Porthyrhyd serves as a quiet place to live or visit, with the charm of rural Wales nearby.
House Prices in Porthyrhyd
The average property price is £300K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £336K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Porthyrhyd
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Local Data for Porthyrhyd
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Property Prices 1,262 sales
Schools & Education 2 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Porthyrhyd ONS 2023
The average total household income in Porthyrhyd is approximately £44,226 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,641. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,641.
Businesses in Porthyrhyd ONS 2025
There are approximately 933 active businesses based in Porthyrhyd, around 93 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 95% 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 Porthyrhyd 1 crimes · April 2026
Porthyrhyd records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Porthyrhyd
Of the 4,439 households in and around Porthyrhyd, 78% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 15% 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 Porthyrhyd.