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Property investment stats for Llanelli, Wales

A complete guide to property investment in Llanelli.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Llanelli offers a blend of affordability and opportunity for property investors, with the price-to-income ratio of 3.3 making it accessible for a wide range of buyers. The market shows strong liquidity, with properties spending an average of 49 days before selling, and a median discount of £3,500 (the typical achieved discount) suggesting buyers have some room to negotiate. Rental demand appears healthy, supported by average rental yields of 6.8%, and the rent-to-income ratio of 23.1% is moderate, indicating rents are generally in line with local incomes. The area’s recent capital growth of 5.4% over one year and 14.3% over three years points to steady value appreciation.

With a significant student presence and a high proportion of single occupier households, Llanelli’s rental market is diverse. The mix of owner-occupied and private rented homes suggests a balanced market that can appeal to both investors and residents.

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Key investment stats for Llanelli

Median price per sq ft

£149 / sq ft

Average rental yield

6.8%

Capital growth (1y)

5.4%

Sales in past year

443

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Llanelli

Live prices in Llanelli, Wales

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£185,000

25% of properties below...

£135,000

75% of properties below...

£285,000

Most expensive property

£799,995

Live listings

141

Median days on market

49

Should you invest in Llanelli?

Opportunities

  • The average rental yield of 6.8% is attractive for investors seeking income, and the top-performing district achieves 6.4%.
  • Properties are relatively affordable, with the median price per square foot at £149 per sq ft, and entry points for both houses and flats are low compared to many UK towns.
  • The steady capital growth of 14.3% and short average days on market of 49 days mean there is potential for both capital appreciation and quick sales.

Risks

  • The area’s relatively high unemployment rate (in the 70th percentile compared to Britain) could impact demand and tenant reliability.
  • A lower proportion of degree-educated and professional residents (in the 26th and 9th percentiles, respectively) may limit the pool of higher-earning tenants or buyers.
  • The social rented sector is large (in the 70th percentile), which could signal pockets of lower disposable income and affect the local rental market’s stability.

Outlook

Llanelli’s property market is set for stable performance over the next year, with ongoing demand from both renters and buyers. The combination of strong rental yields of 6.8% and steady annualised growth of 4.5% suggests a balanced outlook for income and long-term appreciation.

Affordability remains a key advantage, with the median asking prices for three-bedroom houses and two-bedroom flats at £180,000 and £125,000, respectively. Investors should keep an eye on local employment trends and the mix of tenant types, but the fundamentals look solid. Llanelli’s diverse tenant base and accessible price points make it a compelling option for those seeking value and resilience in their portfolio.

Live properties in Llanelli

Investment properties in Llanelli, Wales

5 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£675,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Felinfoel Road, Llanelli, SA15

Slow to sell properties in Llanelli, Wales
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
Reduced by 19%

£105,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Margam Place, Llanelli, SA15

Big price drop properties in Llanelli, Wales
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom detached house for sale

£500,000 - Offers Over

5 bedroom detached house for sale

St. Margarets Drive, Llanelli, Carm...

Properties with planning granted in Llanelli, Wales
Planning Granted
3 bedroom bungalow for sale
25% below median price

£290,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Llandafen Road, Llanelli, Carmarthe...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Llanelli, Wales
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £3,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £7,250 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.4%

Best places to invest in Llanelli

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SA156.4%3.0%£142 / sq ft
2SA144.4%4.7%£193 / sq ft

Nearby and related areas

Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.