Glan Yr Afon is in Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA15 3QB 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 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, SA15 3QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA15 3PZ, SA15 3QA, SA15 3TB, SA14 8AR, SA15 3SS, SA15 3TE, SA14 8AU, SA15 3ST, SA14 8AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA15 3QB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 53.3% | 47.7% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 52.3% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 29.5% | 29% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.4% | 26.1% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 16% | 22.5% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
| Widowed | 19.2% | 18.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 12.0% |
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 (48.1%) 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 | 24.6% | 24.7% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -23.7% |
| Good health | 20.4% | 23.4% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -10.2% |
| Fair health | 24% | 31.2% | 7.2% | 12.7% | 18.5% |
| Bad health | 20.4% | 11.7% | -8.7% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 10.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 7.9% |
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.
In the area around SA15 3QB this area, 37.4% 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 56.4% | 37.4% | -19.0% | 18.2% | 19.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.6% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 12.2% | 2.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 12.2% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 8.6% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 16.5% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97% | 98.1% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.1% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| No passport held | 31.4% | 13.5% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glan Yr Afon was 87.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.8% lower than the Dafen and Felinfoel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glan Yr Afon has the 9th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Dafen and Felinfoel and the 175th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2024-04-22 | £131,959 |
| 10 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-02-08 | £162,569 |
| 14 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2021-02-26 | £106,700 |
| 18 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2021-02-05 | £158,121 |
| 9 Glan Yr Afon, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2020-12-18 | £122,212 |
SA15 3QB 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 SA15 3QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 61 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Felin Ynyswen , Felinfoel SA14 8BE | - not rated | 390 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heol Goffa School Heol Goffa , Llanelli SA15 3LS | - not rated | 769 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryngwyn Comprehensive School Dafen , Llanelli SA14 8RP | - not rated | 804 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dewi Sant C.P. Rhodfa Bryndulais , Llanelli SA14 8RS | - not rated | 926 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dafen Primary School Lon-Yr-Ysgol , Dafen SA14 8LL | - not rated | 1,077 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 Foel | Ynys Wen | 309 yd | |
| WHITE LION INN | 9 Park View | 407 yd | |
| Costa & Amigo | Prince Philip Hospital, Dafen Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL OAK | The Royal Oak Inn, 33 Farmers Row | 279 yd | |
| HARRY WATKINS | 2 Millfield Road | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA KITCHEN | 9 Glanlliedi Terrace, Brohawddgar | 259 yd | |
| Valentino’s | 4 Farmers Row | 279 yd | |
| Y FELIN FISH BAR | Y Felin Fishbar, 2 Farmers Row | 279 yd | |
| Akash Indian Takeaway / Bombay Fusion | Felinfoel Rfc Club, Ynys Wen | 283 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | Glanlliedi Terrace | 259 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.