Ropewalk Road is in Llanelli and in Llanelli district. SA15 2AG is located in the Glanymor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, SA15 2AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA15 2AL, SA15 2BA, SA15 2BW, SA15 2AW, SA15 2AP, SA15 2AR, SA15 2BP, SA15 2AF, SA15 2AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA15 2AG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 50.7% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.3% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 SA15 2AG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 41.3% | 43.5% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.5% | 32.2% | 6.7% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 11.3% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 8.5% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 41.1% | 32.3% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 39% | 12.4% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 14.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 11.2% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 SA15 2AG this area, 30.9% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 30.9% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 12.4% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 16.3% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 10.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 20.2% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 7.6% | 4.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.9% | 93.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 87.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 87.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 8.7% | 8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 87.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.1% | 37.2% | 17.9% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ropewalk Road was 173.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Glanymor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ropewalk Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Glanymor and the 63rd highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-04-17 | £108,908 |
| 63 Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-11-30 | £80,884 |
| 79 Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2023-10-03 | £76,214 |
| 69 Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2023-09-29 | £75,717 |
| 47 Ropewalk Road, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2021-04-09 | £95,440 |
The percentage of student residents living in SA15 2AG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 35 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bigyn County Primary Bigyn Park Terrace , Bigyn SA15 1DH | - not rated | 904 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedcae School Trostre Road , Llanelli SA15 1LJ | - not rated | 1,166 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stebonheath C.P. School Marble Hall Road , Llanelli SA15 1NB | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alternative Learning Company Stebonheath Centre , Stebonheath Terrace SA15 1NE | - not rated | 1,420 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Halfway C.P. School Havard Road , Llanelli SA14 8SA | - not rated | 1,930 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothold Cymru | 1 The Lord Arthur Rank Centre, Trostre Road | 430 yd | |
| ALI RAJ | Trinity Road | 626 yd | |
| UAS Car Care | Unit 7, The Foothold Enterprise Village, Burry Road | 775 yd | |
| VENEZIA CAFE | Venezia Cafe, 1 Copperworks Road | 903 yd | |
| WILLOW CAFE | 111 Station Road | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIDDULPH ARMS | 19 New Street | 312 yd | |
| MORFA SOCIAL & ATHLETIC CLUB | 33 New Street | 312 yd | |
| THE WHITSTABLE INN | Whitstable Inn, 77 New Dock Road | 605 yd | |
| DUKE OF WELLINGTON | The Duke Of Wellington, 49 Dillwyn Street | 850 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | 119-121 Station Road | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyisha Road Premier | 50 Tyisha Road | 699 yd | |
| Dee-Licious@Johns | 54 New Dock Road | 776 yd | |
| Llanelli Kebabs | 115 Station Road | 974 yd | |
| LLANELLI PACKED MEALS | 117 Station Road | 974 yd | |
| SUBWAY LTD | Subway, Parc Trostre Retail Park | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL | Machynys Road | 791 yd | |
| Asda Living | 5 Parc Trostre Retail Park | 1,027 yd | |
| Tesco Extra (Parc Trostre) | Parc Trostre Retail Park | 1,027 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% |
| Median download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.