Y Waun is in Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA14 8NH is located in the Llwynhendy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Y Waun, Llanelli, SA14 8NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA14 8RE, SA14 8RD, SA14 8NL, SA14 8RB, SA14 8RH, SA14 8RG, SA14 8NG, SA14 8RF, SA14 8NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA14 8NH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 47.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 52.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 41% | 37.8% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 40.6% | 5.9% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 4.6% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 42.5% | 45.9% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 32.5% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 12% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 6.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.9% | 25.7% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 21.5% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.3% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 16.4% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 95.9% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.8% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 92.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 5.5% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.5% | 37.2% | 23.3% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Y Waun was 113.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.9% higher than the Bynea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Y Waun has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bynea and the 127th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Y Waun, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1999-01-29 | £129,523 |
SA14 8NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Lloyd R C School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SD | - not rated | 740 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SD | - not rated | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Brynsierfel Cefncaeau , Llwynhendy SA14 9HD | - not rated | 825 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynteg Primary Llwynhendy , Llanelli SA14 9BT | - not rated | 848 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfway C.P. School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SA | - not rated | 1,030 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pemberton Beefeater | Pemberton Business Park | 782 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Ltd | 15 Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 955 yd | |
| Dunelm Cafe Pausa | Dunelm Mill, 12-13 Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 955 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | W M Morrison Carpark, Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 1,043 yd | |
| HALFWAY HOTEL | Halfway Hotel, 33 Glyncoed Terrace | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jollies on the Hilltop | Smiths Arms, 38 Gelli Road | 297 yd | |
| BRYN & TRALLWM SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | Gelli House, Gelli Road | 502 yd | |
| AJs Tavern | 21 Maescanner Road | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Migel's Fish Bar | Bryncoch | 65 yd | |
| The Taj Mahal | 9 Heol Gwili | 663 yd | |
| Pepinos Pizza | 12 The Avenue | 803 yd | |
| Carlo’s Fish Bar | 4-6 The Avenue | 803 yd | |
| SUNRISE CHINESE TAKE AWAY | The Avenue | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 1,014 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.