Ffordd Maes Gwilym is in Ffos Las, Kidwelly and in Carmarthenshire district. SA17 4AX is located in the Llangyndeyrn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen East and Dinefwr. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Ffos Las, Kidwelly, SA17 4AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA17 4HX, SA17 4HY, SA17 4JB, SA17 4HJ, SA17 4HZ, SA17 4JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA17 4AX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.8% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.2% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 SA17 4AX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 34.1% | 32.8% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 54.3% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 3.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 42.7% | 56.5% | 13.8% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 32% | 27.7% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 9.7% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 4.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 11.9% | -22.5% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10.3% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 21% | 12.2% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 32.5% | 15.0% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.4% | 94.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.7% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ffordd Maes Gwilym was 47.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% higher than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ffordd Maes Gwilym has the 21st highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 265th lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-07-31 | £254,746 |
| 20 Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-02-28 | £243,740 |
| 1 Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2023-04-06 | £221,306 |
| 9 Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2022-01-31 | £268,828 |
| 13 Ffordd Maes Gwilym, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2021-05-05 | £269,973 |
SA17 4AX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carway C.P. School Carway , Kidwelly SA17 4HE | - not rated | 510 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trimsaran Community School Heol Llanelli , Trimsaran SA17 4AG | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontyates C.P. School Heol Llanelli , Pontiets SA15 5UB | - not rated | 2,559 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Pum Heol Heol Hen , Llanelli SA15 5EZ | - not rated | 2,856 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwynfryn CP School Heol Y Meinciau , Pontyates SA15 5SN | - not rated | 3,682 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARWAY PIZZA HOUSE | Gorffwysfa | 368 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.31 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.52 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.