Garden Suburbs is in Trimsaran, Kidwelly and in Carmarthenshire district. SA17 4AF is located in the Trimsaran electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garden Suburbs, Trimsaran, Kidwelly, SA17 4AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA17 4AL, SA17 4AD, SA17 4AE, SA17 4AB, SA17 4AG, SA17 4AA, SA17 4BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA17 4AF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.2% | 49.4% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.6% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 32.7% | 30% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 45.5% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 7% | 11.1% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 8.7% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.2% | 39.4% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 17.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 7.4% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 27.6% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.2% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.6% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.1% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 21.3% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.9% | 97.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 96.6% | 99.4% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 99.4% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 76.7% | -7.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 30.8% | 13.5% | 17.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garden Suburbs was 195.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 329.6% higher than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garden Suburbs has the highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 54th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 151.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 194 Garden Suburbs, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2025-06-19 | £95,665 |
| 183 Garden Suburbs, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-05-28 | £133,523 |
| 185 Garden Suburbs, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,250 | 2023-07-24 | £136,038 |
| 188 Garden Suburbs, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-07-03 | £114,044 |
| 174 Garden Suburbs, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-06-14 | £85,278 |
SA17 4AF 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimsaran Community School Heol Llanelli , Trimsaran SA17 4AG | - not rated | 327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Carway C.P. School Carway , Kidwelly SA17 4HE | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Pum Heol Heol Hen , Llanelli SA15 5EZ | - not rated | 3,834 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Burry Port Community Primary School Elkington Park , SA16 0AU | - not rated | 4,027 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Glan-Y-Mor School Heol Elfed , Burry Port SA16 0AL | - not rated | 4,260 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FFOS LAS RACECOURSE | Culla Road | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRIMSARAN RFC | Trimsaran Rugby Social Club, 40 Heol Llanelli | 252 yd | |
| TRIMSARAN SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | Trimsaran Workingmens Club, 66-68 Heol Morlais | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Choice | 28 Heol Llanelli | 255 yd | |
| Village Plaice | 30-32 Heol Llanelli | 294 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.