Gwelfor is in Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA14 9NT is located in the Bynea electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gwelfor, Llanelli, SA14 9NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA14 9NU, SA14 9NW, SA14 9NY, SA14 9PF, SA14 9NN, SA14 9PB, SA14 9GA, SA14 9NL, SA14 9PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA14 9NT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA14 9NT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.6% | 43% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 33% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 13.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 35.4% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 30.7% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 19.3% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 8.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36% | 24.5% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 14.5% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 15% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.1% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 20.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.6% | 76.7% | -12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.9% | 13.5% | 19.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.8% | 37.2% | 20.6% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwelfor was 86.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.3% higher than the Bynea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwelfor has the 9th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bynea and the 178th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gwelfor, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-02-02 | £132,141 |
| 39 Gwelfor, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-09-04 | £125,557 |
| 27 Gwelfor, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,500 | 2018-03-23 | £119,919 |
| 33 Gwelfor, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2015-08-18 | £137,409 |
| 32 Gwelfor, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2014-09-22 | £125,231 |
SA14 9NT 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 | 55 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Brynsierfel Cefncaeau , Llwynhendy SA14 9HD | - not rated | 658 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Bynea Saron Road , Bynea SA14 9LT | - not rated | 726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Michael's School Bryn , SA14 9TU | - not rated | 762 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn C.P. School Gelli Road , Bryn SA14 9TT | - not rated | 813 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynteg Primary Llwynhendy , Llanelli SA14 9BT | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST MICHAELS SCHOOL | St Michaels School, Pen Y Bryn | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanygraig Hall - The Royal British Legion | Tanygraig Hall, Tanygraig Road | 342 yd | |
| JOINERS ARMS | 56-58 Llwynhendy Road | 607 yd | |
| THE BELL | The Bell Inn, 1 Cwmfelin Road | 676 yd | |
| BRYN & TRALLWM SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | Gelli House, Gelli Road | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlo’s Fish Bar | 4-6 The Avenue | 904 yd | |
| SUNRISE CHINESE TAKE AWAY | The Avenue | 904 yd | |
| Pepinos Pizza | 12 The Avenue | 904 yd | |
| The Taj Mahal | 9 Heol Gwili | 913 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.