Marsh Road is in Tenby and in Pembrokeshire district. SA70 8EP is located in the Tenby: South 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 Marsh Road, Tenby, SA70 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA70 8ES, SA70 8EN, SA70 7NJ, SA70 7NG, SA70 8EL, SA70 8EW, SA70 7NH, SA70 7LZ, SA70 8EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA70 8EP is primarily male, with 54.7% 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 | 48.6% | 45.3% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 51.4% | 54.7% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
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 | 26% | 29.2% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 38.7% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 17% | 20.2% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 11.1% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 11.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.6% | 40.1% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 30.8% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 16.9% | -5.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 9.9% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 30% | 22.3% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 15.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 9% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 15.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 25.3% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 8.5% | 5.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 85.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 85.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 8.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 85.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 11.6% | 6.7% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marsh Road was 355.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 341.8% higher than the Manorbier and Penally average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marsh Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Manorbier and Penally and the 18th highest crime rate of 401 local areas in Pembrokeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saltern Caravan Park Marsh Road, Tenby, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2018-01-29 | £61,549 |
| Saltern Caravan Park Marsh Road, Tenby, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2018-01-29 | £61,549 |
SA70 8EP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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.
SA70 8EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SA70 8EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenhill School Heywood Lane , Tenby SA70 8BN | - not rated | 242 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Teilos V.R.C. School Greenhill Road , Tenby SA70 7LJ | - not rated | 435 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Saundersfoot C.P. School Francis Lane , Saundersfoot SA69 9HB | - not rated | 4,979 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Florence V.C. School St Florence , Tenby SA70 8LY | - not rated | 5,061 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli Carlos | 1, Clareston Court Station Road | 209 yd | |
| Tenby Tandoori | The Hilton Warren Street | 234 yd | |
| Training Kitchen | The Avenue Centre Greenhill Avenue | 288 yd | |
| Tenby United RFC Portacabin | Tenby United Rugby Ground Heywood Lane | 316 yd | |
| Ice candy | 1 Upper Park Road | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Evergreen Inn | The Evergreen Inn, 3 The Green | 313 yd | |
| Tenby & County Club | Tenby & County Club, 1 The Croft | 573 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Upper Frog Street | 587 yd | |
| Coach And Horses | Coach And Horses Upper Frog Street | 587 yd | |
| Tenby United RFC | Tenby United Rugby Football Club, Portland House Upper Frog Street | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Road Fish and Chip Shop | 1a Upper Park Road | 417 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Augustus Court South Parade | 543 yd | |
| Tenby Fish & Chips | Cafe Aromas Trafalgar Road | 572 yd | |
| Morgans | Spinnaker Fish And Chip Bar, Spinnaker House Upper Frog Street | 587 yd | |
| Little Loafley | Country Kitchen Upper Frog Street | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | Co-operative Store The Green | 227 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's Upper Park Road | 484 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Northcliffe House, 46 High Street | 744 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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.