Parc Penrhiw is in Betws, Ammanford and in Dinefwr district. SA18 2SP 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 Parc Penrhiw, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 2RB, SA18 2PT, SA18 2RA, SA18 2PU, SA18 2PS, SA18 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA18 2SP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 51.3% | 47.9% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52.1% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA18 2SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.8% | 50.7% | -1.1% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.7% | 32.3% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 12.9% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 41.3% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 33.1% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 13.8% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 32.6% | 24.1% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.3% | 13.2% | -9.1% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 15.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8% | 23.2% | 15.2% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58% | 76.7% | -18.7% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 40.7% | 13.5% | 27.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.1% | 37.2% | 28.9% |
| Christian | 22.5% | 46.2% | -23.7% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parc Penrhiw was 193.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.9% higher than the Ammanford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parc Penrhiw has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ammanford and the 57th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Parc Penrhiw, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2019-07-10 | £128,511 |
| 36 Parc Penrhiw, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,950 | 2017-09-27 | £114,462 |
| 2 Parc Penrhiw, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2017-05-05 | £84,688 |
| 52 Parc Penrhiw, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2016-04-29 | £105,299 |
| 43 Parc Penrhiw, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2011-11-11 | £128,598 |
SA18 2SP 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 | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betws C.P. School Betws Road , Betws SA18 2HE | - not rated | 731 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Parcyrhun Heol Villiers , Rhydaman SA18 3HB | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Rhydaman Lon Yr Ysgol , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman Stryd Fawr , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Aman Margaret Street , Ammanford SA18 2NW | - not rated | 1,798 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BETWS R. F. C. | Heol Y Felin | 651 yd | |
| PLOUGH & HARROW | 50 Betws Road | 771 yd | |
| PANTYFFYNNON SOCIAL CLUB | 42 Pantyffynnon Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Park Street | 994 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.