Maes Y Wennol is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 3EA 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 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, SA31 3EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3BJ, SA31 3ET, SA31 3BL, SA31 3EN, SA31 3EX, SA31 3ER, SA31 3EY, SA31 3HA, SA31 3ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA31 3EA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 51.6% | 47.2% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 48.4% | 52.8% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA31 3EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24% | 35.4% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 51.4% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 8.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 70.7% | 63.1% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 21.8% | 25.1% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 4.3% | 9.5% | 5.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around SA31 3EA this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 18.2% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 14.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.5% | 43.4% | -11.1% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 6.4% | 3.4% | -3.0% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.2% | 87.6% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 86.2% | 89.9% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 9.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.2% | 89.9% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.2% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.6% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Middle East | 3.4% | 0.1% | 3.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Y Wennol was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.5% lower than the Carmarthen Town West average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Maes Y Wennol has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Carmarthen Town West and the 26th lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-03-13 | £340,864 |
| 28 Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-12-12 | £310,196 |
| 37 Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-04-24 | £221,494 |
| 5 Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-04-19 | £297,167 |
| 6 Maes Y Wennol, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-05-03 | £230,982 |
SA31 3EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SA31 3EA 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 | 54 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Johnstown C.P. School Salem Road , Johnstown SA31 3HS | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 1,703 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 1,703 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hafan Derwen, St Davids Hospital | Job's Well Road | 364 yd | |
| Y LLoft , Trinity St David Students Union | University Of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road | 502 yd | |
| HALLIWELL CENTRE & Snack Bar | University Of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road | 502 yd | |
| Chartwells | Jobs Well Campus, Job's Well Road | 630 yd | |
| Y Gegin | S4C Building, College Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS ARMS | St Clears Road | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towys Fish and Chips | 3 Ash Grove | 824 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.