Spring Gardens is in Whitland and in Carmarthenshire district. SA34 0HL is located in the Whitland 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 Spring Gardens, Whitland, SA34 0HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA34 0HP, SA34 0HQ, SA34 0HN, SA34 0DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA34 0HL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 52.2% | 48.2% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 47.8% | 51.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 30.7% | 34.5% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 39.8% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 12.8% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 9.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.6% | 46% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 27.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.6% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 SA34 0HL this area, 31.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 31.3% | 3.5% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 11.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 13.9% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 24.3% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.2% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 4.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.2% | 76.7% | -19.5% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 41.3% | 13.5% | 27.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spring Gardens was 59.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% lower than the Laugharne Township average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spring Gardens has the 14th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Laugharne Township and the 272nd highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 52.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynawel Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2025-04-17 | £281,825 |
| Trem-Y-Wawr Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-11-24 | £221,006 |
| Brynawel Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £176,500 | 2018-10-17 | £253,151 |
| Homeleigh Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2017-09-11 | £197,126 |
| Amgoed Spring Gardens, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-01-05 | £202,357 |
SA34 0HL 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 52 |
| Construction | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Education | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Llys Hywel Stryd Y Farchnad , Hendy Gwyn Ar Daf SA34 0QB | - not rated | 423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dyffryn Taf School North Road , Whitland SA34 0BD | - not rated | 810 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tavernspite C.P. School Tavernspite , Whitland SA34 0NL | - not rated | 5,280 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffi Coffee | Bristol House, St John Street | 734 yd | |
| Burger Shack Whitland Ltd | 3 North Road | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FISHER ARMS | Spring Gardens | 256 yd | |
| WHITLAND CRICKET CLUB | Llwyn Ty Gwyn, Spring Gardens | 674 yd | |
| STATION HOUSE HOTEL | St Johns Street | 707 yd | |
| WHITLAND SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | Davies Builders Merchants, Station Road | 750 yd | |
| WHITLAND RUGBY CLUB | Caxton House, King Edward Street | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHITLAND CAFE | 2 Market Street | 660 yd | |
| Peppinos | 18a St John Street | 683 yd | |
| Traditional No 8-Fish and Chip Shop | Cliftonville, St John Street | 707 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 42.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.85 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.