Ger Y Maes is in Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA14 8AY is located in the Dafen and Felinfoel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, SA14 8AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA14 8AD, SA14 8PL, SA14 8PH, SA14 8PG, SA14 8AE, SA14 8AB, SA14 8PN, SA14 8AF, SA14 8PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA14 8AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.4% | 32.8% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 37.9% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 10.9% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32% | 42.8% | 10.8% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 28.4% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 17.8% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 14.7% | 7.7% | -7.0% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SA14 8AY this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.8% | 29.1% | -16.7% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.4% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 11.4% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 10.3% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 16% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 18.3% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ger Y Maes was 86.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% lower than the Dafen and Felinfoel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ger Y Maes has the 8th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Dafen and Felinfoel and the 176th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2024-11-29 | £269,694 |
| 7 Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-11-17 | £358,216 |
| 3 Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-12-21 | £185,661 |
| 3 Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-12-20 | £199,943 |
| 7 Ger Y Maes, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £242,001 | 2017-06-16 | £382,027 |
SA14 8AY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA14 8AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewi Sant C.P. Rhodfa Bryndulais , Llanelli SA14 8RS | - not rated | 442 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dafen Primary School Lon-Yr-Ysgol , Dafen SA14 8LL | - not rated | 524 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryngwyn Comprehensive School Dafen , Llanelli SA14 8RP | - not rated | 545 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Felin Ynyswen , Felinfoel SA14 8BE | - not rated | 562 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heol Goffa School Heol Goffa , Llanelli SA15 3LS | - not rated | 675 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa & Amigo | Prince Philip Hospital, Dafen Road | 495 yd | |
| The Foel | Ynys Wen | 605 yd | |
| WHITE LION INN | 9 Park View | 876 yd | |
| Llanelli Fire Station | Corporation Avenue | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL OAK | The Royal Oak Inn, 33 Farmers Row | 842 yd | |
| HARRY WATKINS | 2 Millfield Road | 950 yd | |
| AJs Tavern | 21 Maescanner Road | 1,028 yd | |
| Stebonheath Sports Bar | Llanelli Afc Social Club, Penallt Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akash Indian Takeaway / Bombay Fusion | Felinfoel Rfc Club, Ynys Wen | 597 yd | |
| CHINA KITCHEN | 9 Glanlliedi Terrace, Brohawddgar | 800 yd | |
| Y FELIN FISH BAR | Y Felin Fishbar, 2 Farmers Row | 842 yd | |
| Valentino’s | 4 Farmers Row | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Swansea Road | 795 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | Glanlliedi Terrace | 800 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 15.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.