Barn Hill Lane is in New Inn, Pencader and in Carmarthenshire district. SA39 9AW is located in the Llanfihangel-ar-Arth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen East and Dinefwr. This postcode has been in use since 2011-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barn Hill Lane, New Inn, Pencader, SA39 9AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA39 9AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.8% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.2% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 SA39 9AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 31.8% | 25.2% | -6.6% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 58.3% | 5.2% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 41.4% | 42.9% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 35.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 15.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 25.2% | 20.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 11.4% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12.9% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 36.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 100% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.1% | 97.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barn Hill Lane was 34.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% lower than the Llanfihangel-ar-Arth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barn Hill Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Llanfihangel-ar-Arth and the 177th lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Heulwen Barn Hill Lane, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-11-10 | £399,916 |
| Cartref Ni Barn Hill Lane, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2015-08-28 | £360,970 |
SA39 9AW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SA39 9AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 SA39 9AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 26 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cae'r Felin Community School Pencader , SA39 9BS | - not rated | 2,955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Wirfoddol Llanllwni Llanllwni , Pencader SA39 9DX | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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.