Park Avenue is in Capel Hendre, Ammanford and in Carmarthenshire district. SA18 3RU is located in the Saron 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 Park Avenue, Capel Hendre, Ammanford, SA18 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 3SS, SA18 3SR, SA18 3RT, SA18 3TT, SA18 3RY, SA18 3SF, SA18 3RJ, SA18 3SA, SA18 3SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA18 3RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 32.7% | 29.1% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 44.9% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 12.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 43.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 32.8% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 16.1% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.9% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25% | 18.5% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 11% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 13% | -3.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 29.1% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96.2% | 96.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Avenue was 77.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.9% higher than the Llandybie average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Llandybie and the 206th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Park Avenue, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-12-13 | £57,569 |
| 17 Park Avenue, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2021-08-26 | £83,057 |
| 10 Park Avenue, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2021-05-20 | £136,722 |
| 10 Park Avenue, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2020-02-24 | £82,266 |
| 28 Park Avenue, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2017-04-13 | £136,781 |
SA18 3RU 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Saron Saron , Rhydaman SA18 3LH | - not rated | 1,031 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygroes C.P. School Waterloo Road , Penygroes SA14 7NT | - not rated | 1,894 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Tycroes Tycroes , Ammanford SA18 3QD | - not rated | 2,306 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gorslas Heol Y Llew Du , Gorslas SA14 7LA | - not rated | 2,897 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Blaenau Blaenau , Rhydaman SA18 3BQ | - not rated | 3,191 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwtsh Newydd | 12-14 Capel Hendre Industrial Estate | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KINGS HEAD | Kings Head Hotel, 31 Waterloo Road | 275 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.