West Street is in Fishguard and in Preseli Pembrokeshire district. SA65 9AE is located in the Fishguard: North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preseli Pembrokeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Street, Fishguard, SA65 9AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA65 9AQ, SA65 9AG, SA65 9PD, SA65 9AL, SA65 9PE, SA65 9HA, SA65 9AN, SA65 9AB, SA65 9AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA65 9AE is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 52.1% | 46.7% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 53.3% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 | 24.7% | 35.2% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 42.6% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11.6% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 7.7% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 43.2% | 38.4% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 35% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 19.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 19.9% | 21.9% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 8.4% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.9% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.4% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.8% | 28.4% | -8.4% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.4% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 95% | 92.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 92.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.9% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.3% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 163.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 232.4% higher than the Bro Gwaun average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Bro Gwaun and the 63rd highest crime rate of 401 local areas in Pembrokeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 West Street, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-02-24 | £166,794 |
| 8 West Street, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-08-16 | £148,182 |
| 3 West Street, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-12-09 | £116,709 |
| 3 West Street, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2019-10-09 | £123,085 |
| Skippers Cabin West Street, Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £38,500 | 2019-04-18 | £47,078 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SA65 9AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Glannau Gwaun Clive Road , SA65 9DB | - not rated | 294 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Holy Name V.R.C. School Vergam Tce , Fishguard SA65 9DF | - not rated | 405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Gwaun Heol Dyfed , Fishguard SA65 9DT | - not rated | 782 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Sirol Wdig Hill Street , Wdig SA64 0ET | - not rated | 2,063 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppers/West Wales Arts Centre | 16 West Street | 7 yd | |
| Popty | Corner Cafe Market Square | 77 yd | |
| Ruthie’s Cafe | 23 West Street | 102 yd | |
| Hot Chilli Indian Restaurant | 22 High Street | 129 yd | |
| Ffwrn Ltd | St Mary's Church Hall Main Street | 138 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Public House Market Square | 65 yd | |
| Shamrocks | Shamrock Bar Market Square | 101 yd | |
| Cambrian Inn | Cambrian Inn Hamilton Street | 202 yd | |
| Fishguard Arms | 24 Main Street | 203 yd | |
| The Old Coach House | The Old Coach House, 10 High Street | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hooked @ 31 | 31 West Street | 102 yd | |
| Pizza point | Usa Fried Chicken, 4 Main Street | 138 yd | |
| Dragon House Chinese Takeaway | Dragon House Hamilton Street | 202 yd | |
| Fishguard fish and chips | Anchor House, 4 High Street | 217 yd | |
| China Chef | 56 West Street | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 32 High Street | 218 yd | |
| CK's Supermarket | 52 - 54 West Street | 289 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 | 95.0% |
| 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 | 5.0% |
| Median download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.