Station Road is in Whitland and in Carmarthenshire district. SA34 0QE 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 Station Road, Whitland, SA34 0QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA34 0AW, SA34 0AP, SA34 0PY, SA34 0PX, SA34 0AN, SA34 0QP, SA34 0QH, SA34 0AL, SA34 0AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA34 0QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA34 0QE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 25.8% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 52.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 9.9% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 47.1% | 40% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 33.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 20.3% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 0QE this area, 28.3% 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 | 30.5% | 28.3% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 13.1% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 11.6% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 24.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.6% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.7% | 96.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 30.3% | 13.5% | 16.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 70.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% higher than the Laugharne Township average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Laugharne Township and the 228th highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Cottage Station Road, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2024-02-27 | £143,968 |
| 1 Station Road, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-12-19 | £174,662 |
| 1 Station Road, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2014-10-10 | £180,446 |
| Maes Yr Afon Station Road, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2011-11-15 | £257,664 |
| Lynwood Station Road, Whitland, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2011-10-28 | £121,194 |
SA34 0QE 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 363 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dyffryn Taf School North Road , Whitland SA34 0BD | - not rated | 629 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tavernspite C.P. School Tavernspite , Whitland SA34 0NL | - not rated | 4,642 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 | 330 yd | |
| Burger Shack Whitland Ltd | 3 North Road | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHITLAND SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB | Davies Builders Merchants, Station Road | 4 yd | |
| STATION HOUSE HOTEL | St Johns Street | 230 yd | |
| WHITLAND RUGBY CLUB | Caxton House, King Edward Street | 301 yd | |
| FISHER ARMS | Spring Gardens | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppinos | 18a St John Street | 217 yd | |
| Traditional No 8-Fish and Chip Shop | Cliftonville, St John Street | 230 yd | |
| WHITLAND CAFE | 2 Market Street | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | West Street | 619 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 | 47.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.