Arfryn is in Upper Brynamman, Ammanford and in Carmarthenshire district. SA18 1AP is located in the Cwarter Bach 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 Arfryn, Upper Brynamman, Ammanford, SA18 1AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 1AS, SA18 1AW, SA18 1AE, SA18 1AL, SA18 1AH, SA18 1AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA18 1AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 54.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 48% | 45.2% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 | 36% | 40.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 39.4% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 11.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 5.6% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 49.2% | 43.3% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 32.7% | 7.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.5% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 0.9% | -3.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 30.4% | 23.1% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.3% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 13.8% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.2% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 23.9% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 97.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arfryn was 57.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.5% lower than the Cwarter Bach average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Arfryn has the 10th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Cwarter Bach and the 279th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79 Arfryn, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-04-17 | £120,354 |
| 93 Arfryn, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-03-07 | £142,660 |
| 55 Arfryn, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2019-03-04 | £74,615 |
| 55 Arfryn, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2016-03-31 | £80,328 |
| 55 Arfryn, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2014-06-02 | £52,636 |
SA18 1AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynaman C P School Brynceunant , Brynamman SA18 1AH | - not rated | 448 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen New Road , Gwauncaegurwen SA18 1UN | - not rated | 3,002 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tairgwaith Primary School Llwyncelyn Road , Tairgwaith SA18 1UU | - not rated | 3,082 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 3,919 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Bedol Cwmamman Road , Glanamman SA18 1DZ | - not rated | 4,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain Centre | Cwmgarw Road | 442 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DERLWYN ARMS | Derlwyn Arms, 118 Mountain Road | 282 yd | |
| Tregyb Arms | 39 Cwmgarw Road | 482 yd | |
| BRIDGEND INN | 3 Station Road | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rominos Pizza | 18 Mountain Road | 241 yd | |
| LOTUS CHINESE AND FISH SHOP | 31 Station Road | 663 yd | |
| Happy Corner | 63a Station Road | 885 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 | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.18 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.