The Grove is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthen district. SA31 3JH 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 The Grove, Carmarthen, SA31 3JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3JG, SA31 3EE, SA31 3DT, SA31 1SJ, SA31 3JJ, SA31 3EF, SA31 3DN, SA31 3DS, SA31 1RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA31 3JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 26.4% | 32.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 46.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.1% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 6.9% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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% | 53.1% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 29.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 11.7% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 12.6% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 14.3% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 46.1% | 12.9% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 9.4% | 2.2% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 98.4% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 92.3% | 94.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 93.5% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Grove was 70.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.9% lower than the Carmarthen Town West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Grove has the 8th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Carmarthen Town West and the 229th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Grove, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-04-09 | £259,538 |
| 20 The Grove, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2025-02-14 | £250,059 |
| 21 The Grove, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-03-26 | £249,026 |
| 19 The Grove, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-03-22 | £216,545 |
| 13 The Grove, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-07-28 | £233,519 |
SA31 3JH 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 360 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Dderwen Heol Spurrell , Caerfyrddin SA31 1TG | - not rated | 388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 447 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Richmond Park Primary School Priory Street , Carmarthen SA31 1HF | - not rated | 1,239 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 | 422 yd | |
| TERRITORIAL ARMY MESS | Territorial Army Centre, Picton Barracks, Picton Terrace | 513 yd | |
| MORGANS FISH RESTAURANT | 80 Water Street | 559 yd | |
| CORACLE CHIP SHOP | 41-42 Lammas Street | 562 yd | |
| WEST END FISH & CHIPS | 21 Lammas Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAIRIES SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB LTD | Dairies Sports And Social Club, 38 Water Street | 419 yd | |
| BRO MYRDDIN BOWLS | Picton Terrace | 513 yd | |
| The Dog and Piano | 5-6 Water Street | 570 yd | |
| CARMARTHEN QUINS RFC | Carmarthen Quins Rfc, Morfa Lane | 587 yd | |
| SAVANNAH'S | Savannah's Nightclub, 100 Lammas Street | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KWONG YICK | 17 Water Street | 419 yd | |
| New China | Y Ceffyl Du, 24 Water Street | 434 yd | |
| CHICK KING TAKEAWAY | 32 Lammas Street | 562 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Sushi | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 587 yd | |
| Jasmine Thia Takeaway | 4 Water Street | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 587 yd | |
| LIDL | Friars Park | 706 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 14 Red Street | 767 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd (King Street) | 46 King Street | 1,023 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.