Towy Close is in Johnstown, Carmarthen and in Pembrokeshire district. SA31 3PB 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 Towy Close, Johnstown, Carmarthen, SA31 3PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA31 3NY, SA31 3PD, SA31 3PA, SA31 3NX, SA31 3NZ, SA31 3NU, SA31 3NS, SA31 3PE, SA31 3PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA31 3PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.6% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 3PB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 38% | 43.8% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 41.5% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 55.8% | 48.3% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 35.5% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 11.3% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 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 3PB this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.3% | 17.8% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 41.7% | 11.2% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.4% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 96.3% | 91.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 91.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Towy Close was 139.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.1% lower than the Carmarthen Town North and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Towy Close has the 16th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Carmarthen Town North and South and the 92nd highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Towy Close, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-02-11 | £284,350 |
| 3 Towy Close, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2014-02-21 | £311,273 |
| 3 Towy Close, Carmarthen, Pembrokeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £36,500 | 1996-06-28 | £193,544 |
SA31 3PB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth High Llansteffan Road , Johnstown Road SA31 3NL | - not rated | 376 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhydygors Llansteffan Road , SA31 3NQ | - not rated | 452 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Johnstown C.P. School Salem Road , Johnstown SA31 3HS | - not rated | 783 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Union Street , Carmarthen SA31 3DE | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Model C.I.W. School College Road , Carmarthen SA31 3EQ | - not rated | 1,702 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe6.com | Queen Elizabeth High School, Llansteffan Road | 381 yd | |
| Caffi Calon | Carmarthen Leisure Centre, Llansteffan Road | 390 yd | |
| Cartref Cynnes | Llansteffan Road | 390 yd | |
| Xcel Bowl | Old Creamery Buildings, Old Llansteffan Road | 575 yd | |
| Carmarthen Athletic Club | Athletic Parc, Alltycnap Road | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| POPLARS INN | Pondside | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole’s Coffee | Unit 5, Former Brs Yard, Alltycnap Road | 649 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.