Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village is in Ferryside and in Carmarthenshire district. SA17 5HQ is located in the Kidwelly and St Ishmael electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen East and Dinefwr. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Ferryside, SA17 5HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA17 5HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48% | 48.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.2% | 29.1% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 41.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 18% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 11.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 32.8% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 35.3% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 21.4% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 7% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 25.9% | 16.5% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 13.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 14.9% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.9% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 14.4% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 30.3% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 95% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village was 121.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.9% higher than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village has the 5th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 118th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalet 120 Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2025-08-22 | £55,057 |
| Chalet 29 Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Ferryside, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2023-06-23 | £67,721 |
| Chalet 150 Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2022-11-16 | £43,218 |
| Chalet, 192 Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2022-06-17 | £25,446 |
| Chalet, 192 Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £12,670 | 2021-11-08 | £13,417 |
SA17 5HQ 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 retired residents living in SA17 5HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gwenllian Cydweli , SA17 4UT | - not rated | 3,421 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ferryside VCP Ferryside , SA17 5TB | - not rated | 3,817 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Castell Priory Street , Kidwelly SA17 4TR | - not rated | 4,017 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanstephan Llanstephan , SA33 5LN | - not rated | 4,713 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boathouse Restaurant and Showbar | Carmarthen Bay Holiday Village | 1 yd | |
| Marsh Water Ponds | Marsh Water Ponds, C2057 From Tanylan Farm To Kidwelly | 749 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.