Claimant Count in West WalesLocal Authorities Ranked
West Wales had 9,660 people claiming out-of-work benefits in Apr 2026.
All 3 local authorities in West Wales, ranked by claimants, % of residents aged 16 to 64. Data: Office for National Statistics (2026), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Open the interactive map| Rank | Local authority | Claimants, % of residents aged 16 to 64 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea | 3.3% |
| 2 | Carmarthenshire | 2.9% |
| 3 | Ceredigion | 2.8% |