Maescader is in Pencader and in Carmarthen district. SA39 9HH 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maescader, Pencader, SA39 9HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA39 9HQ, SA39 9HR, SA39 9HE, SA39 9HG, SA39 9HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA39 9HH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 53.8% | 49.2% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50.8% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 31.5% | 40.2% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 41.6% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 6.2% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 34.3% | 42.6% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 34.9% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 16.9% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 0.7% | -3.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 22% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 6% | -12.6% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 18% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.6% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 27.4% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.9% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 94.4% | 96.6% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 96.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 33.7% | 13.5% | 20.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maescader was 165.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 150.8% higher than the Llanfihangel-ar-Arth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maescader has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Llanfihangel-ar-Arth and the 71st highest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Maescader, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-02-14 | £157,485 |
| 73 Maescader, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-02-17 | £141,716 |
| 85 Maescader, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-10-21 | £155,723 |
| 45 Maescader, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2022-08-12 | £124,960 |
| 52 Maescader, Pencader, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-10-14 | £136,125 |
SA39 9HH 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cae'r Felin Community School Pencader , SA39 9BS | - not rated | 741 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bocs Bwyd | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FARMERS ARMS | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branney's Fish Bar | 922 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 | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.