Police Houses is in Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA14 8SS is located in the Dafen and Felinfoel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Police Houses, Llanelli, SA14 8SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA14 8ST, SA14 8SY, SA15 1PX, SA14 8SP, SA14 8SU, SA14 8SR, SA15 1QD, SA14 8RY, SA15 1QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA14 8SS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.3% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.7% | 1.0% | 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 | 24.8% | 38.4% | 13.6% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 37.5% | -14.7% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 8.2% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 44.8% | 47.1% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 30.8% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.5% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 3.8% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 21.7% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 27.4% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 96.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 91.3% 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% | 91.3% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 91.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Police Houses was 54.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.8% lower than the Dafen and Felinfoel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Police Houses has the 4th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Dafen and Felinfoel and the 292nd highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Police Houses, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2015-06-05 | £156,823 |
| 4 Capel Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2014-02-24 | £168,159 |
| 4 Capel Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2007-08-17 | £176,573 |
| 1 Police Houses, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2005-05-27 | £178,494 |
| 4 Capel Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2004-07-28 | £188,000 |
SA14 8SS 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway C.P. School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SA | - not rated | 351 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dewi Sant C.P. Rhodfa Bryndulais , Llanelli SA14 8RS | - not rated | 483 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St John Lloyd R C School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SD | - not rated | 588 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SD | - not rated | 591 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alternative Learning Company Stebonheath Centre , Stebonheath Terrace SA15 1NE | - not rated | 621 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HALFWAY HOTEL | Halfway Hotel, 33 Glyncoed Terrace | 454 yd | |
| South Star Cafe | South Star Hotel, 2 Brynallt Terrace | 674 yd | |
| The Pemberton Beefeater | Pemberton Business Park | 750 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | W M Morrison Carpark, Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 812 yd | |
| Costa & Amigo | Prince Philip Hospital, Dafen Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stebonheath Sports Bar | Llanelli Afc Social Club, Penallt Road | 588 yd | |
| THE SOUTH STAR | 2 Brynallt Terrace | 674 yd | |
| AJs Tavern | 21 Maescanner Road | 978 yd | |
| ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION 2004 LTD | Royal Naval Association Llanelli, 26 Swansea Road | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Eye | 3 Brynallt Terrace | 688 yd | |
| Legend Chippy | Windsor Fish Bar, 28 Swansea Road | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Swansea Road | 559 yd | |
| Morrisons | Parc Pemberton Retail Park | 790 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.