SA17 5TU is in Ferryside and Carmarthenshire district. SA17 5TU 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ferryside, SA17 5TU 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 5TU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.2% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.8% | -2.5% | 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 5TU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 20.1% | 18.4% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65% | 61.7% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10.5% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 40.1% | 43.6% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 36.1% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 13.4% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 12% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 2.3% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 7.4% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.4% | 53.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 20.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 95.8% | 92.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 94.6% | 92.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.9% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA17 5TU was 16.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% lower than the Kidwelly and St Ishmael average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
SA17 5TU has the 6th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Kidwelly and St Ishmael and the 68th lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynymor, Ferryside, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-03-10 | £220,227 |
| Under Cliff, Ferryside, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-07-25 | £413,940 |
SA17 5TU 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 5TU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryside VCP Ferryside , SA17 5TB | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanstephan Llanstephan , SA33 5LN | - not rated | 1,876 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Rivers Hotel & Spa | Cuckoos Nest, 37 Undercliff Caravan Park | 1 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.