Back Lane is in Haverfordwest and in Pembrokeshire district. SA61 2QY is located in the Haverfordwest: Prendergast electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preseli Pembrokeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Lane, Haverfordwest, SA61 2QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA61 2PJ, SA61 2PF, SA61 2PH, SA61 2RQ, SA61 2PE, SA61 2RE, SA61 2QX, SA61 2PN, SA61 2RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA61 2QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.5% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.5% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 32.9% | 38.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 40.1% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 10.9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 9.7% | -0.8% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 47.6% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 38.7% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 10.1% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.7% | 23.3% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 6.6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.8% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 19.8% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 27.6% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.4% | 93.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 3.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 93% | 94.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 94.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 341.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% higher than the Haverfordwest: Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Haverfordwest: Castle and the 19th highest crime rate of 401 local areas in Pembrokeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 205.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Back Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-03-14 | £108,975 |
| 157 Back Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2019-08-13 | £179,504 |
| 159 Back Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2018-10-26 | £76,614 |
| 4 Back Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2017-02-08 | £154,487 |
| 149 Back Lane, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2011-08-25 | £113,710 |
SA61 2QY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prendergast Community School Stokes Avenue , Prendergast SA61 2RE | - not rated | 232 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waldo Williams Primary School Barn Street , SA61 1TD | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Fenton C.P Portfield , Haverfordwest SA61 1BZ | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Haverfordwest High VC School Portfield Avenue , SA61 1EQ | - not rated | 1,794 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Caer Elen Withybush Road , SA62 4BN | - not rated | 1,822 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guymer's Cafe | Bridge Meadow Lane | 342 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Drive Thru', Withybush Retail Park Fishguard Road | 413 yd | |
| Costa@Debenhams | Unit 7, Withybush Retail Park Fishguard Road | 466 yd | |
| Caffi Cyfle | 5, Riverside Quay | 560 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Riverside Quay | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Inn | Bull Inn, 108 Prendergast | 197 yd | |
| Haverfordwest County AFC Ltd | Bridge Meadow Stadium, Bridge Meadow Lane | 342 yd | |
| Mill-ford Arms | Milford Arms Cartlett | 654 yd | |
| The Wine & Sports Bar | Riverside Arcade Bridge Street | 682 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel Castle Square | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coronation Takeaway | Coronation Takeaway, 155 Back Lane | 1 yd | |
| Brothers House | Mayoral Terrace Prendergast | 103 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 16 Picton Place | 639 yd | |
| The Shakey Shack | 12 Picton Place | 639 yd | |
| Samuels Sandwich Bar | 42 Bridge Street | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, Bridge Meadow Retail Park | 342 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 6, Withybush Retail Park Fishguard Road | 413 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1, Withybush Retail Park Fishguard Road | 466 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 8 - 10 Picton Place | 639 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl Great Britain Ltd Perrots Road | 730 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 | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.