Monument Hill is in Carmarthen and in Carmarthenshire district. SA31 3LU 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 Monument Hill, Carmarthen, SA31 3LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3LX, SA31 3LS, SA31 3LP, SA31 3NA, SA31 3PX, SA31 3PS, SA31 3LY, SA31 3PT, SA31 3BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA31 3LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 50.2% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.3% | 49.8% | 4.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26% | 30.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 40.2% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 17.6% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 10.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 34.9% | 53.1% | 18.2% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 27.8% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 14.3% | -8.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 2.9% | -6.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 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 | 23% | 20% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 6% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 36% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.5% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 89.2% | 94.2% | 5.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 1.2% | -4.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 93.1% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monument Hill was 160.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.9% lower than the Carmarthen Town North and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monument Hill has the 13th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Carmarthen Town North and South and the 76th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rydal Mount Monument Hill, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,500 | 2022-05-06 | £255,337 |
| Flat 1 Troedy Bryn Court Monument Hill, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-07-23 | £84,587 |
| Maesyderi Monument Hill, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2020-12-18 | £202,643 |
| Flat 3 Troedy Bryn Court Monument Hill, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2019-10-14 | £61,022 |
| Flat 2 Troedy Bryn Court Monument Hill, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2016-11-11 | £97,139 |
SA31 3LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in SA31 3LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 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 | 489 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Johnstown C.P. School Salem Road , Johnstown SA31 3HS | - not rated | 564 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth High Llansteffan Road , Johnstown Road SA31 3NL | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Myrddin C.P. School Heol Disgwylfa , Carmarthen SA31 1TE | - not rated | 1,126 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 | 343 yd | |
| Welsh Assembly Government | Welsh Assembly Government Buildings, Picton Terrace | 422 yd | |
| Chartwells | Jobs Well Campus, Job's Well Road | 469 yd | |
| Y Gegin | S4C Building, College Road | 586 yd | |
| Y LLoft , Trinity St David Students Union | University Of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRIENDS ARMS | St Clears Road | 252 yd | |
| BRO MYRDDIN BOWLS | Picton Terrace | 343 yd | |
| POPLARS INN | Pondside | 389 yd | |
| CARMARTHEN QUINS RFC | Carmarthen Quins Rfc, Morfa Lane | 747 yd | |
| GOLDEN LION HOTEL | Golden Lion Hotel, 101 Lammas Street | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towys Fish and Chips | 3 Ash Grove | 272 yd | |
| Cole’s Coffee | Unit 5, Former Brs Yard, Alltycnap Road | 643 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Sushi | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 747 yd | |
| CHICK KING TAKEAWAY | 32 Lammas Street | 894 yd | |
| KWONG YICK | 17 Water Street | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Brickyard Lane | 747 yd | |
| LIDL | Friars Park | 811 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.