Park Hall is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 1HP is located in the Carmarthen Town North and South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Hall, Carmarthen, SA31 1HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 1JQ, SA31 1JF, SA31 1NY, SA31 1HH, SA31 1HG, SA31 1NX, SA31 1HQ, SA31 1JD, SA31 1HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA31 1HP is primarily male, with 55.8% of the population 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 | 48.4% | 44.2% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -6.8% |
| Male | 51.6% | 55.8% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 6.8% |
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 SA31 1HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56% 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 | 45.7% | 56% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 22% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 17.6% | 19.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 10.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 43.1% | 37.8% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 35.7% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 18.5% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 26.3% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 14.4% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 14.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 22% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.7% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 95% | 92.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 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 | 95% | 92.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.4% | 37.2% | 18.2% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Hall was 29.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% lower than the Carmarthen Town North and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Hall has the 7th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Carmarthen Town North and South and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Park Hall, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-08-11 | £166,601 |
| 16 Park Hall, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2022-08-23 | £98,680 |
| 5 Park Hall, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2019-03-12 | £116,381 |
| 8 Park Hall, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-05-19 | £129,048 |
| 19 Park Hall, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2013-09-27 | £62,581 |
SA31 1HP area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Park Primary School Priory Street , Carmarthen SA31 1HF | - not rated | 180 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 966 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 966 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangunnor CP Penymorfa Lane , Pensarn SA31 2NN | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 1,511 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARMARTHEN MIND ASSOCIATION | 132b Priory Street | 421 yd | |
| The Tin Works | Jewson, The Old Tin Works, Priory Street | 429 yd | |
| Fortune House | 2 Priory Street | 467 yd | |
| Caffi'r Atom | 18 King Street | 670 yd | |
| Pethau Da yn Pethyn Bychain | 52-52a King Street | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARMARTHEN BOWLING CLUB | Carmarthen Bowls Club, St Peters Street | 389 yd | |
| CWRW | The Parrot, 32 King Street | 596 yd | |
| STAG & PHEASANT | Stag And Pheasant, 34 Spilman Street | 640 yd | |
| CORACLE TAVERN | Cambrian Place | 741 yd | |
| TAFARN TANERDY | Tanerdy | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMY | 41-45 Richmond Terrace | 100 yd | |
| ORIENTAL GARDEN | 124 Priory Street | 233 yd | |
| Carmarthen Tandoori Indian Takeaway | 119 Priory Street | 233 yd | |
| Crisp and Fry | 120-121 Priory Street | 233 yd | |
| Carmarthen Town AFC | Richmond Park, Priory Street | 233 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd (King Street) | 46 King Street | 701 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 14 Red Street | 800 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.