Machynlleth (SY20) in Powys has demonstrated moderate property price appreciation, with a five-year compound annual growth rate of 4.1%, outpaced by rental growth at 5.0%. The district's trajectory score of 51.6/100 places it in the 59th percentile nationally, indicating performance in line with broader market trends. Population growth over the same period registered 0.5%, suggesting demographic stability rather than expansion. The postcode remains in a latent gentrification stage, indicating limited evidence of active socioeconomic transition. These metrics reflect a market characterised by steady rental yields relative to capital growth, with modest demographic pressure. Property fundamentals warrant individual assessment rather than broad characterisation.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 3.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
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What's changing in Machynlleth · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.4 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
Machynlleth (SY20) common questions
Is Machynlleth up and coming?
Machynlleth (SY20) has a trajectory score of 50/100 (Average), placing it in the top 49% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 3.8 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Machynlleth safe?
Machynlleth has a safety score of 71/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Machynlleth?
The average property price in Machynlleth (SY20) is £206k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Machynlleth?
The median monthly rent in Machynlleth (SY20) is £611 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Machynlleth?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Dolgellau (LL40), Arthog (LL39), Bala (LL23), Barmouth (LL42), Fairbourne (LL38). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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