Heolygelynen is in Upper Brynamman, Ammanford and in Carmarthenshire district. SA18 1SB 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 Heolygelynen, Upper Brynamman, Ammanford, SA18 1SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 1SG, SA18 1TA, SA18 1SH, SA18 1SD, SA18 1BD, SA18 1SA, SA18 1SE, SA18 1SL, SA18 1SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA18 1SB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 52.7% | 47.8% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 47.3% | 52.2% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 38.3% | 37.6% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.4% | 40.6% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 11.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 7.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.7%) 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 | 32.7% | 35.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 30.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 17.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 16.3% | 12.2% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 8.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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.
In the area around SA18 1SB this area, 33% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 33% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15.7% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 13.7% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 18.8% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 98% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98% | 98.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 98.8% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60% | 76.7% | -16.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 39.6% | 13.5% | 26.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heolygelynen was 96.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.3% higher than the Cwarter Bach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heolygelynen has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Cwarter Bach and the 155th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 Heolygelynen, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2018-08-07 | £97,689 |
| 144 Heolygelynen, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £24,500 | 2002-11-21 | £79,664 |
| 110 Heolygelynen, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £24,500 | 2002-04-09 | £97,061 |
| 132 Heolygelynen, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £10,830 | 1996-11-25 | £60,860 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynaman C P School Brynceunant , Brynamman SA18 1AH | - not rated | 948 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen New Road , Gwauncaegurwen SA18 1UN | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tairgwaith Primary School Llwyncelyn Road , Tairgwaith SA18 1UU | - not rated | 2,356 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 3,936 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Bedol Cwmamman Road , Glanamman SA18 1DZ | - not rated | 4,017 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 | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIDGEND INN | 3 Station Road | 269 yd | |
| Brynamman RFC | Brynamman Rugby Club, Amman Road | 351 yd | |
| Tregyb Arms | 39 Cwmgarw Road | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Corner | 63a Station Road | 163 yd | |
| LOTUS CHINESE AND FISH SHOP | 31 Station Road | 268 yd | |
| Napoli Pizza | Napoli Pizza, Crown Hotel, 25-27 Park Street | 657 yd | |
| Rominos Pizza | 18 Mountain Road | 697 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.