New Street is in Kidwelly and in Llanelli district. SA17 5DQ is located in the Kidwelly and St Ishmael electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Street, Kidwelly, SA17 5DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA17 5AZ, SA17 5AX, SA17 5BQ, SA17 5BJ, SA17 4UU, SA17 5BX, SA17 4YB, SA17 4UZ, SA17 5EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA17 5DQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46% | 48.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 29.4% | 33.9% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 42.7% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 17.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 38.7% | 36.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 34.9% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 16.4% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 8.7% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.4% | 27.2% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 10.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 10.1% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 31.6% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 92.4% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 96.7% | 92.8% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Street was 122.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 169.7% higher than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 113th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 New Street, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-09-23 | £120,493 |
| 25 New Street, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-08-24 | £117,523 |
| Gwynfa, 19 New Street, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2023-06-21 | £162,622 |
| 6 New Street, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2023-05-26 | £129,140 |
| 10 New Street, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £416,000 | 2022-11-08 | £413,939 |
SA17 5DQ 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SA17 5DQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gwenllian Cydweli , SA17 4UT | - not rated | 493 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Castell Priory Street , Kidwelly SA17 4TR | - not rated | 595 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G. Mynyddygarreg Mynyddygarreg , Kidwelly SA17 4RL | - not rated | 2,666 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 Old Moathouse Ltd | The Old Moat House, 14 Castle Street | 92 yd | |
| The Gatehouse | 2 Castle Street | 96 yd | |
| Time for Tea | 7 Bridge Street | 209 yd | |
| WAH YUEN | 5 Bridge Street | 209 yd | |
| Kidwelly Deli | 12 Causeway Street | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FISHERMANS ARMS | The Fishermans Arms, 3 Bridge Street | 209 yd | |
| THE LORD NELSON | The Lord Nelson, 24 Lady Street | 359 yd | |
| PLOUGH & HARROW | The Plough And Harrow, 56 Lady Street | 359 yd | |
| KIDWELLY RUGBY CLUB | Kidwelly Rugby Football Club, 2 Station Road | 367 yd | |
| THE ANTHONY'S HOTEL | 114 Hillfield Villas | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAJ MAHAL | Taj Mahal, 10 Bridge Street | 209 yd | |
| GOLDEN DRAGON | 6 Lady Street | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | Monksford Street | 745 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.