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Location in PembrokeshireCastlemartin sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Castlemartin
Castlemartin is a rural area located in Pembrokeshire, in the southwest of Wales. It lies within the SA71 postcode area and is known for its open countryside and agricultural land. The area is part of the wider Castlemartin Training Area, a large military training ground used by the British Army, which occupies a significant portion of the local landscape. Despite its military use, the surrounding region remains largely peaceful and sparsely populated, with traditional farmsteads and rolling hills characteristic of the Pembrokeshire countryside. The nearby village of Castlemartin is small and quiet, with a strong sense of local community. The area offers access to coastal paths and scenic views, though the military presence limits public access to certain parts. It is a place of quiet natural beauty, with a long history tied to both farming and defence.
School Ratings in Castlemartin
Families in Castlemartin have access to 9 local schools.
House Prices in Castlemartin
Homes sell for an average of £208K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £282K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castlemartin
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Castlemartin, with 17 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Local Data for Castlemartin
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Property Prices 1,535 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Castlemartin ONS 2023
The average total household income in Castlemartin is approximately £41,118 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,233. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,233.
Businesses in Castlemartin ONS 2025
There are approximately 344 active businesses based in Castlemartin, around 30 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Castlemartin 114 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Castlemartin are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Castlemartin
Of the 5,232 households in and around Castlemartin, 65% are owned, 20% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Castlemartin.