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Location in The Vale of GlamorganSt Donat's/Sain Dunwyd sits where the marker shows within the county.
About St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
St Donat's, also known as Sain Dunwyd, is a village located in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. It is situated near the coastline and offers a variety of local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. The village is primarily residential, with a community that values its surroundings and local heritage.
One of the most notable landmarks in St Donat's is the historic St Donat's Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. The castle has undergone various renovations over the years and is now used as an educational centre and a venue for events. The area around the village provides opportunities for coastal walks and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a pleasant place for both residents and visitors.
School Ratings in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
Families in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd have access to 9 local schools.
House Prices in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
Homes sell for an average of £280K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £368K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd, with 9 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd, the nearest being Eryl Surgery (2.1 miles away).
Local Data for St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
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Property Prices 1,281 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Household Income in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd ONS 2023
The average total household income in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd is approximately £48,017 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,321. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,321.
Businesses in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd ONS 2025
There are approximately 274 active businesses based in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% 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 St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd 65 crimes · May 2026
Crime in St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
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 St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd
Of the 3,801 households in and around St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd, 76% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 14% 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 St Donat's/Sain Dunwyd.