Fountain Hall Terrace is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 1RN 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 Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, SA31 1RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 1RL, SA31 1RP, SA31 1RW, SA31 3JE, SA31 3JD, SA31 3DT, SA31 3DS, SA31 1SJ, SA31 1RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA31 1RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 1RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.5% 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 | 51.2% | 49.5% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31% | 33% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 10.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 38.4% | 33.7% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -14.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 41% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 7.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 36% | 21.8% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 7.9% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 18.8% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 9.9% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 27.7% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 6.9% | 5.4% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.8% | 90% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 89.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 89.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 5% | 5.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 90.1% | 88.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.2% | 76.7% | -16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fountain Hall Terrace was 194.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% lower than the Carmarthen Town North and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fountain Hall Terrace has the 11th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Carmarthen Town North and South and the 55th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2025-03-12 | £184,308 |
| 39 Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-05-24 | £186,932 |
| 41 Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-09-29 | £195,593 |
| 44 Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2022-08-30 | £200,579 |
| Spring Bank Fountain Hall Terrace, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-05-06 | £162,635 |
SA31 1RN 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 | 54 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 192 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 192 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 479 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 565 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Richmond Park Primary School Priory Street , Carmarthen SA31 1HF | - not rated | 1,006 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MORGANS FISH RESTAURANT | 80 Water Street | 359 yd | |
| CORACLE CHIP SHOP | 41-42 Lammas Street | 390 yd | |
| WEST END FISH & CHIPS | 21 Lammas Street | 390 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | Unit 19, St Catherines Walk | 411 yd | |
| Harvester | Ground Floor Unit 6, St Catherines Walk | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAIRIES SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB LTD | Dairies Sports And Social Club, 38 Water Street | 203 yd | |
| The Dog and Piano | 5-6 Water Street | 364 yd | |
| SAVANNAH'S | Savannah's Nightclub, 100 Lammas Street | 430 yd | |
| GOLDEN LION HOTEL | Golden Lion Hotel, 101 Lammas Street | 430 yd | |
| DROVERS ARMS HOTEL | The Drovers Arms, 106 Lammas Street | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KWONG YICK | 17 Water Street | 203 yd | |
| New China | Y Ceffyl Du, 24 Water Street | 218 yd | |
| CHICK KING TAKEAWAY | 32 Lammas Street | 390 yd | |
| Jasmine Thia Takeaway | 4 Water Street | 407 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Sushi | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 478 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 14 Red Street | 533 yd | |
| LIDL | Friars Park | 581 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd (King Street) | 46 King Street | 788 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.