New Road is in Ammanford and in Carmarthenshire district. SA18 3EY is located in the Ammanford 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 New Road, Ammanford, SA18 3EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 3HA, SA18 3HB, SA18 3EZ, SA18 3HE, SA18 3EA, SA18 3ES, SA18 3HF, SA18 3DY, SA18 3HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA18 3EY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.4% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 30.6% | 35.3% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 47.2% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 7.7% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 49.8% | 47.3% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 24.5% | 27.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 18.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 32.9% | 23.3% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 9.3% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 15.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.4% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 25.8% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.3% | 95.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.3% | 95.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 157.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% higher than the Ammanford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ammanford and the 78th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 New Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-02-03 | £246,726 |
| 27 New Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2024-11-25 | £148,904 |
| 75 New Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-05-10 | £138,864 |
| 31 New Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-12-07 | £167,122 |
| 47 New Road, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-04-28 | £240,709 |
SA18 3EY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Parcyrhun Heol Villiers , Rhydaman SA18 3HB | - not rated | 69 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Betws C.P. School Betws Road , Betws SA18 2HE | - not rated | 774 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Rhydaman Lon Yr Ysgol , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Feithrin Rhydaman Stryd Fawr , Rhydaman SA18 2NS | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Aman Margaret Street , Ammanford SA18 2NW | - not rated | 1,296 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DINEFWR INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE | Manor Road | 694 yd | |
| Blas | 27 Wind Street | 703 yd | |
| Crisp and Fry | 16 Wind Street | 749 yd | |
| AMMANFORD AND DISTRICT MINERS WELFARE ASSOCIATION CLUB LTD | Ammanford Miners Welfare Club, Wind Street | 749 yd | |
| Subway | 10 Wind Street | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMMANFORD SOCIAL CLUB AND INSTITUTE | 65 Wind Street | 533 yd | |
| PANTYFFYNNON SOCIAL CLUB | 42 Pantyffynnon Road | 653 yd | |
| AMMANFORD R F C | Recreation Ground, Manor Road | 694 yd | |
| PLOUGH & HARROW | 50 Betws Road | 711 yd | |
| COTTAGE INN | 28-32 Wind Street | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Puppy's Snack Shack | 23a Wind Street | 719 yd | |
| Grandes Pizza | 48 Quay Street | 790 yd | |
| Yo! To Go | Tesco, Ffordd William Walker | 799 yd | |
| SHAAN TANDOORI TAKEAWAY | 32 Quay Street | 800 yd | |
| Ammanford 2 Go | 16 Quay Street | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Park Street | 494 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 12-14 Quay Street | 856 yd | |
| Lidl | Foundry Road | 906 yd | |
| Co-operative Food Ltd | 37 College Street | 1,047 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.