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Location in PowysCemmaes sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cemmaes
Cemmaes is a small village located in the county of Powys, in mid-Wales. It lies within the historic region of Montgomeryshire, close to the border with Shropshire in England. The village is situated along the A483 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Newtown and Welshpool. Cemmaes is known for its rural setting, with rolling hills and farmland surrounding the area. The village has a modest population and offers basic amenities, including a local shop and a pub. It is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity, and its proximity to the Cambrian Mountains makes it a convenient base for exploring the natural beauty of the Welsh countryside. The postcode area SY20 covers the village and surrounding rural locations.
House Prices in Cemmaes
Property prices average £223K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £145K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cemmaes
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Cemmaes, with 1 incidents logged in April 2026.
Local Data for Cemmaes
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Property Prices 1,041 sales
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Household Income in Cemmaes ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cemmaes is approximately £43,622 a year before tax, 21% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,409. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,409.
Businesses in Cemmaes ONS 2025
There are approximately 595 active businesses based in Cemmaes, around 109 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Cemmaes 4 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Cemmaes falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Cemmaes
Of the 2,535 households in and around Cemmaes, 68% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 17% 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 Cemmaes.