Clos Yr Afon is in Kidwelly and in Carmarthenshire district. SA17 4TJ is located in the Kidwelly and St Ishmael electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 2005-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, SA17 4TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA17 4UA, SA17 4UB, SA17 4TY, SA17 4ST, SA17 4TU, SA17 4SS, SA17 4SR, SA17 4SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA17 4TJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.6% | 49.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 31.8% | 34% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 47.2% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 48.3% | 51.3% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 29.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 12.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 3.8% | -4.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 10% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.5% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 34.1% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.2% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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% | 96.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clos Yr Afon was 52.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.3% higher than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clos Yr Afon has the 15th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 291st lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £428,500 | 2025-03-07 | £442,607 |
| The Croft, 7 Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £477,500 | 2020-10-30 | £620,194 |
| The Croft, 7 Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2019-08-13 | £645,930 |
| 5 Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-10-11 | £316,577 |
| 3 Clos Yr Afon, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2017-09-21 | £379,154 |
SA17 4TJ 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Castell Priory Street , Kidwelly SA17 4TR | - not rated | 450 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenllian Cydweli , SA17 4UT | - not rated | 1,030 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G. Mynyddygarreg Mynyddygarreg , Kidwelly SA17 4RL | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trimsaran Community School Heol Llanelli , Trimsaran SA17 4AG | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Carway C.P. School Carway , Kidwelly SA17 4HE | - not rated | 5,240 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 Gatehouse | 2 Castle Street | 700 yd | |
| The Old Moathouse Ltd | The Old Moat House, 14 Castle Street | 707 yd | |
| Kidwelly Deli | 12 Causeway Street | 811 yd | |
| Time for Tea | 7 Bridge Street | 815 yd | |
| WAH YUEN | 5 Bridge Street | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLOUGH & HARROW | The Plough And Harrow, 56 Lady Street | 646 yd | |
| THE LORD NELSON | The Lord Nelson, 24 Lady Street | 646 yd | |
| MYNYDDYGARREG R F C / CMO Catering | Parc Gwenllian, Llangadog Road | 788 yd | |
| FISHERMANS ARMS | The Fishermans Arms, 3 Bridge Street | 815 yd | |
| KIDWELLY RUGBY CLUB | Kidwelly Rugby Football Club, 2 Station Road | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLDEN DRAGON | 6 Lady Street | 646 yd | |
| TAJ MAHAL | Taj Mahal, 10 Bridge Street | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | Monksford Street | 616 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 | 27.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 42.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 42.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.