Caemawr is in Ammanford and in Carmarthenshire district. SA18 2HH is located in the Betws 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 Caemawr, Ammanford, SA18 2HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 2HG, SA18 2HL, SA18 2HF, SA18 2HN, SA18 2HE, SA18 2EZ, SA18 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA18 2HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.9% | 26.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 46.2% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11% | 13.7% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 11% | 12.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 (64.9%) 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 | 40.9% | 37.7% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 27.2% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 21.3% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 9.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 2HH this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 29.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 8.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 9.7% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 16.5% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 25.7% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caemawr was 85.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.6% lower than the Ammanford average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Caemawr has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ammanford and the 179th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 92.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Caemawr, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-07-23 | £146,501 |
| 27 Caemawr, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2020-11-27 | £154,968 |
| 48 Caemawr, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2020-04-17 | £112,933 |
| 50 Caemawr, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,999 | 2019-07-12 | £147,713 |
| 15 Caemawr, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-04-12 | £132,000 |
SA18 2HH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA18 2HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betws C.P. School Betws Road , Betws SA18 2HE | - not rated | 214 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Parcyrhun Heol Villiers , Rhydaman SA18 3HB | - not rated | 768 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Rhydaman Lon Yr Ysgol , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 947 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman Stryd Fawr , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 947 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Aman Margaret Street , Ammanford SA18 2NW | - not rated | 1,273 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining | Tesco Store, Park Street | 647 yd | |
| WINDSOR CAFE | 40 Quay Street | 759 yd | |
| STARDUST AMUSEMENTS | 43 Quay Street | 839 yd | |
| Crisp and Fry | 16 Wind Street | 912 yd | |
| AMMANFORD AND DISTRICT MINERS WELFARE ASSOCIATION CLUB LTD | Ammanford Miners Welfare Club, Wind Street | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BETWS R. F. C. | Heol Y Felin | 154 yd | |
| PLOUGH & HARROW | 50 Betws Road | 243 yd | |
| RAILWAY HOTEL | Quay Street | 751 yd | |
| AMMANFORD SOCIAL CLUB AND INSTITUTE | 65 Wind Street | 866 yd | |
| OLD CROSS INN | Quay Street | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go | Tesco, Ffordd William Walker | 646 yd | |
| Grandes Pizza | 48 Quay Street | 731 yd | |
| SHAAN TANDOORI TAKEAWAY | 32 Quay Street | 759 yd | |
| Ammanford 2 Go | 16 Quay Street | 871 yd | |
| SPICE CUBE | 3 Hall Street | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Park Street | 491 yd | |
| Lidl | Foundry Road | 727 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 12-14 Quay Street | 928 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 | 98.1% |
| 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 | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.