SA72 4UJ is in Cosheston, Pembroke Dock and South Pembrokeshire district. SA72 4UJ is located in the Lamphey 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 Cosheston, Pembroke Dock, SA72 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA72 4UH, SA72 4UL, SA72 4UW, SA72 4UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA72 4UJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.9% | 50% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 SA72 4UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 20.8% | 27% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 59% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 8.3% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 51.9% | 45.9% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 35.7% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 14.3% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 16.6% | 13.5% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 6.9% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 11.9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 20.2% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 38.1% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.3% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA72 4UJ was 20.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.6% lower than the Carew and Jeffreyston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA72 4UJ has the 6th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Carew and Jeffreyston and the 57th lowest crime rate of 401 local areas in Pembrokeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Lane Cottage, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-08-22 | £152,527 |
| Laurels, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-11-06 | £351,838 |
| Corner Cottage, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-04-21 | £390,000 |
| Rectory Lodge, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-11-29 | £452,764 |
| Chamomile House, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-06-10 | £314,239 |
SA72 4UJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SA72 4UJ 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 SA72 4UJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosheston V.C.P. School Cosheston , Pembroke Dock SA72 4UN | - not rated | 363 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Harri Tudur/Henry Tudor School Bush , Pembroke SA71 4RL | - not rated | 2,997 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gelli Aur Golden Grove Orange Way , SA71 4DP | - not rated | 3,210 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pembroke Dock CP School Bush Street , Pembroke Dock SA72 6LQ | - not rated | 3,300 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monkton Priory CP School St Martin's Road , Monkton SA71 4NG | - not rated | 3,821 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brewery Inn | Brewery Inn, Cosheston | 416 yd | |
| Martha's Kitchen | Pembroke Garden Centre, Cosheston | 1,081 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 | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.