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Llanion electoral ward lies on the Eastern side of Pembroke Dock, one of the main towns of Pembrokeshire.
The population of the ward at the 2001 Census was 2528, comprising just under 30% of the town of Pembroke Dock itself (popn. 8661).
It is a diverse ward comprising industrial, agricultural, commercial and residential areas, bounded by town, rural roads, and a long waterfront with the Milford Haven Waterway.
People living in Llanion perceive the ward as a number of distinct areas defined largely by the main roads and rail line dissecting the ward.
Pembroke Ferry lies to the North of the ward underneath the Cleddau Toll Bridge. Historically this was one of the main crossing points on the Cleddau waterway.
Llanion Park is a much newer area, consisting largely of private housing constructed since the 1970’s.
London Road lies on the main route into the town and to the Irish Ferry Terminal which generates a large amount of heavy traffic. There are also a number of retail, industrial and commercial areas along the London Road.
Waterloo is an industrial area to the North of London Road and to the east of the approach road to the Cleddau Bridge. The area contains a high proportion of traditional engineering and related industries, however, in the last few years, modern technologies have become established. Within the Waterloo area lies the Waterloo Gypsy Site.
Bush and Park Estate is an area of social housing lying to the south of the South Pembrokeshire Railway line. The estate has developed in three stages. The earlier housing was built in two stages in the late 1940’s and mid 1950’s. The later addition to the estate was built around the mid 1960’s and is of the high-density design favoured at the time.
Llanion was identified as ranking 76th in the 100 most deprived wards in Wales in the 2000 Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation. The index was generated from a series of 6 indicators which were combined to give an overall index. These were; income, employment, health, education, housing and access to services.
Industrial
The town of Pembroke Dock is on a major European road route to Ireland via the Irish Ferries service to Rosslare in southern Ireland. Historically, the dockyard from which the town gets its name was a military dock and shipyard, which, today, is a commercial port. Traditional industries to the locality largely serve the oil industry, shipping, and the dockyard with a strong emphasis on engineering and the service sector. A number of these are located in the Waterloo industrial estate and other smaller industrial estates within Llanion. There is some recent development of new industries on the ward, particularly around upper Waterloo and the Cleddau Toll Bridge.
Commercial
There is a commercial/retail presence both within and on the borders of the ward. There are three large stores on the London Road including a Tesco supermarket, a Kwik-Save supermarket on Pier Rd., and two other supermarkets lying adjacent to the ward border.
Waterfront
The shoreline is approx. 4km long, divided into two main sections, the main Milford/Daugleddau waterway and Cosheston Pill, both Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI’s). Much of this shoreline is not easily accessible although there is some commercial activity around Hobbs point and East Llanion boatyard to the west. At the mouth of Cosheston Pill, the Pembrokeshire Watersports Centre is a major recreational and training centre for the county.
Community Facilities serving the Llanion Ward
St Teilos Church and Church Hall
London Road, Pembroke Dock
St Teilos is a church and church hall which is used by various organisations such as a Drama Society, Male Voice Choir and Haven Credit Union. The Hall is available for private functions with an optional donation.
St Johns Community Hall
Church Street, Pembroke Dock
Tel: 01646 681962
St John's Community Hall is a Millennium Commission Project which enabled the original Church Hall to be completely refurbished in 1999, to provide a multi-functional community facility. The Hall is the centrepiece of a community-based charity, managed through a volunteer Management Committee which is supported by a first-class team of volunteers.
The hall is run by the community for the community.
The Hall is bright and modern, with many classic features of the original building retained, including the beautiful stained glass windows.
St John's offers a welcoming environment to all groups, organisations and individuals.
Pembroke Dock Youth Centre
Bush Street, Pembroke Dock
Tel: 01646 682823
Currently offers Youth Club provision for 11 + age range on Tuesday and Friday evenings form 7 - 9pm. Additionally the Centre provides accommodation for Scouts, Brownies, Judo Club and Ladies Keep Fit. The Centre also provides daytime teaching provision for Behavioral Support Services. The new Community Youth Worker based in the Centre will be extending the range of leisure and education opportunities available for young people.
Yo Yo Family Centre
22 Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock, Dyfed, SA72 6LS.
Tel: 01646 682503
Pembrokeshire Watersports Centre
Cleddau River Centre, Cleddau Reach, Pembroke Dock, SA72 6UJ
Tel: 01646 622013
E-mail: pembrokeshirewatersports@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
The purpose-built watersports centre at Pembroke Dock is on the shore of the Milford Haven waterway, a huge sheltered natural harbour. Accommodation for 80 is available on site in 2 bed and 4 bed rooms, which are ideal for school & groups. The facilities include recreation areas with a basketball court & table tennis table and a barbecue area. The centre specialises in: Certified courses in dinghy sailing, windsurfing, powerboating, canoeing, and kayaking. Summer activity days for all ages. Multi activity residential courses for schools, groups and individuals. Indoor Climbing wall. Blue Coast Adventures
Pembroke Dock Harlequins Rugby Club
Bierspool, London Road, Pembroke Dock, SA72 6TD
Youth to Seniors rugby club and community facility available for conferences and workshops.
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