Meysydd Y Coleg is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 3GU 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 2010-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, SA31 3GU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3GL, SA31 3GR, SA31 3GH, SA31 3GB, SA31 1SH, SA31 1SW, SA31 3JQ, SA31 3EJ, SA31 1SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA31 3GU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 54.2% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 44.3% | 45.8% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 31.3% | 41.2% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 44.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9% | 6.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 4.2% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 55.5% | 63.3% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 14.9% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 26.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 7.5% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 3GU this area, 7.7% 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 50.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.5% | 7.7% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 6.5% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 10% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.7% | 50.8% | 15.1% | 33.8% | 17.0% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 91.6% | -7.3% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 97.6% | 87.2% | -10.4% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 9% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 87% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 9.3% | 9.1% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 3.2% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.8% | 1.3% | 4.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meysydd Y Coleg was 33.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.9% lower than the Carmarthen Town West average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Meysydd Y Coleg has the 10th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Carmarthen Town West and the 168th lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-03-11 | £328,659 |
| 26 Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2023-09-15 | £256,069 |
| 30 Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2023-06-02 | £339,161 |
| 12 Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-01-10 | £316,933 |
| 66 Meysydd Y Coleg, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-06-01 | £214,027 |
SA31 3GU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 145 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 399 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 728 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 728 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 734 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Johnstown C.P. School Salem Road , Johnstown SA31 3HS | - not rated | 1,397 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Gegin | S4C Building, College Road | 307 yd | |
| Y LLoft , Trinity St David Students Union | University Of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road | 611 yd | |
| HALLIWELL CENTRE & Snack Bar | University Of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road | 611 yd | |
| Chartwells | Jobs Well Campus, Job's Well Road | 720 yd | |
| TERRITORIAL ARMY MESS | Territorial Army Centre, Picton Barracks, Picton Terrace | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRO MYRDDIN BOWLS | Picton Terrace | 721 yd | |
| DAIRIES SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB LTD | Dairies Sports And Social Club, 38 Water Street | 820 yd | |
| CARMARTHEN QUINS RFC | Carmarthen Quins Rfc, Morfa Lane | 957 yd | |
| The Dog and Piano | 5-6 Water Street | 971 yd | |
| SAVANNAH'S | Savannah's Nightclub, 100 Lammas Street | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towys Fish and Chips | 3 Ash Grove | 813 yd | |
| KWONG YICK | 17 Water Street | 820 yd | |
| New China | Y Ceffyl Du, 24 Water Street | 834 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Sushi | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 957 yd | |
| CHICK KING TAKEAWAY | 32 Lammas Street | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 957 yd | |
| LIDL | Friars Park | 1,078 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.