Picton Place is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 3BY is located in the Carmarthen Town West 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 Picton Place, Carmarthen, SA31 3BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3DE, SA31 3BS, SA31 3BX, SA31 3DQ, SA31 3DH, SA31 3BU, SA31 3BZ, SA31 3DB, SA31 3DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA31 3BY is primarily male, with 54.1% 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 | 56.2% | 45.9% | -10.3% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 43.8% | 54.1% | 10.3% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 SA31 3BY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 43.1% | 49.3% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.3% | 31.1% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -13.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 15% | 12.1% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 9% | 3.6% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 46.9% | 46.8% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 30.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 16.5% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 19.5% | 16.4% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 8.9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 20.4% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 34.3% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 93.4% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.7% 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 | 95% | 87.7% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 87.7% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 9.3% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 6.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Picton Place was 143.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.9% higher than the Carmarthen Town West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Picton Place has the 4th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Carmarthen Town West and the 85th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Picton Place, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2024-12-17 | £193,084 |
| 6 Picton Place, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-01-17 | £216,882 |
| 3 Picton Place, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2018-11-30 | £233,238 |
| 5 Picton Place, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2017-10-26 | £145,057 |
| 23 Picton Place, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,050 | 2004-04-02 | £234,222 |
The percentage of student residents living in SA31 3BY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 54 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 168 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 258 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 749 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 749 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Johnstown C.P. School Salem Road , Johnstown SA31 3HS | - not rated | 939 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TERRITORIAL ARMY MESS | Territorial Army Centre, Picton Barracks, Picton Terrace | 80 yd | |
| Welsh Assembly Government | Welsh Assembly Government Buildings, Picton Terrace | 218 yd | |
| Y Gegin | S4C Building, College Road | 398 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Morfa Lane | 472 yd | |
| The Tea Shop | Carmarthen Park, Morfa Lane | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRO MYRDDIN BOWLS | Picton Terrace | 80 yd | |
| CARMARTHEN QUINS RFC | Carmarthen Quins Rfc, Morfa Lane | 472 yd | |
| DAIRIES SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB LTD | Dairies Sports And Social Club, 38 Water Street | 595 yd | |
| SAVANNAH'S | Savannah's Nightclub, 100 Lammas Street | 605 yd | |
| GOLDEN LION HOTEL | Golden Lion Hotel, 101 Lammas Street | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go Sushi | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 472 yd | |
| Towys Fish and Chips | 3 Ash Grove | 514 yd | |
| CHICK KING TAKEAWAY | 32 Lammas Street | 579 yd | |
| KWONG YICK | 17 Water Street | 595 yd | |
| New China | Y Ceffyl Du, 24 Water Street | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 472 yd | |
| LIDL | Friars Park | 574 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 14 Red Street | 905 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.