Heol Hen is in Five Roads, Llanelli and in Carmarthenshire district. SA15 5HJ is located in the Glyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Hen, Five Roads, Llanelli, SA15 5HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA15 5HQ, SA15 5YT, SA15 5YS, SA15 5HB, SA15 5YU, SA15 5YR, SA15 5UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA15 5HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.9% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.1% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA15 5HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.3% | 25.4% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 57.1% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 48.1% | 50.5% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 11.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 12.6% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 4.2% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 16.8% | 9.0% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 37% | 43.3% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 9.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.2% | 97.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Hen was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% lower than the Glyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Hen has the 7th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Glyn and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Heol Hen, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £578,000 | 2025-05-21 | £595,192 |
| Cheriton, 2 Heol Hen, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-25 | £429,409 |
| 25 Heol Hen, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-08-28 | £384,953 |
| 24 Heol Hen, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2023-12-20 | £404,331 |
| 20 Heol Hen, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2023-06-19 | £510,816 |
SA15 5HJ 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 5HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Pum Heol Heol Hen , Llanelli SA15 5EZ | - not rated | 200 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Carway C.P. School Carway , Kidwelly SA17 4HE | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontyates C.P. School Heol Llanelli , Pontiets SA15 5UB | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trimsaran Community School Heol Llanelli , Trimsaran SA17 4AG | - not rated | 3,911 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Ponthenri Heol Y Pentre , Ponthenri SA15 5NS | - not rated | 4,041 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 STAG | 223 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.