Moving to Whitland (SA34)

Carmarthenshire · Carmarthenshire

Planning a move to SA34? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Whitland area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Whitland. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Whitland

Based on 78 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in SA34 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£252,500
Average Price (all types)£290,467

By Property Type

Detached£283,000 (43 sales)
Semi-Detached£207,500 (19 sales)
Terraced£180,000 (7 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Whitland

Whitland recorded 92% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

SA34 Total Crimes (13 months)218
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average92% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences109 (88% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour30 (93% below avg)
Public Order15 (92% below avg)
Vehicle Crime4 (97% below avg)
Shoplifting2 (99% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson24 (87% below avg)
Burglary5 (95% below avg)
Other Theft14 (92% below avg)
Drugs4 (96% below avg)
Bicycle Theft1 (96% below avg)
Possession of Weapons3 (88% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Whitland

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Whitland, council tax is managed by Carmarthenshire. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

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Essential Services Near Whitland

51.3 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the SA34 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)4

Green Spaces in Whitland

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in SA34 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

39% of residential postcodes in SA34 have green space within walking distance, suggesting that green space access may be limited in parts of the area.

Schools in Whitland

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the SA34 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Whitland

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for SA34 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

5.9 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the SA34 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)65.6%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)25.7%
Gigabit capable25.7%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)5.2%

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Energy Performance in Whitland

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for SA34 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score60
Total rated properties1083

Homes in SA34 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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