Neath Road is in Landore, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 2LQ is located in the Landore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 2007-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Neath Road, Landore, Swansea, SA1 2LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 2QF, SA1 2NJ, SA1 2PX, SA1 2BD, SA1 2QE, SA1 2PY, SA1 2QG, SA1 2PU, SA1 2JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA1 2LQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 51.8% | 49.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA1 2LQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.5% | 48.5% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 28.8% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.6% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 10% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 8.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 40.5% | 49.1% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 30.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 14.2% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 4.2% | -7.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 36.1% | 26.5% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 9.1% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 27.2% | 18.4% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 8.8% | 4.2% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 5.3% | 4.7% | -0.6% | 1.1% | 3.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.3% | 76.9% | -17.4% | 81.4% | -4.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 85.6% 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 | 95.5% | 85.6% | -9.9% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 5% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 85.6% | -9.9% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Muslim | 13.1% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Neath Road was 86.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Neath Road has the 60th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the 263rd highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neath Road Filling Station, 139 Neath Road, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-04-09 | £389,086 |
SA1 2LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 278 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 744 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 897 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plasmarl Primary School Britannia Road , Plasmarl SA6 8LH | - not rated | 1,152 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwyrosydd Primary Park Hill Terrace , Treboeth SA5 7DJ | - not rated | 1,413 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzeria Vesuvio | 200-201 Neath Road | 234 yd | |
| Harvester | Unit 19a, Morfa Shopping Park, Brunel Way | 387 yd | |
| Cosy Cabin | 132 Eaton Road | 460 yd | |
| Hiks | 189 Llangyfelach Road | 522 yd | |
| Cafe 449 | 449 Llangyfelach Road | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alma Inn Swansea Ltd | 10 Bennett Street | 291 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 7-9 Mysydd road | 309 yd | |
| Station Inn | 18-19 Hamilton Street | 313 yd | |
| Commercial Inn | 294 Llangyfelach Road | 333 yd | |
| Landore Social Club | Landore Social Club, Neath Road | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Azad Tandoori Takeaway | 218 Neath Road | 234 yd | |
| Alkababji Charcoal | 198 Neath Road | 234 yd | |
| Mandarin Packed Meals | 325 Llangyfelach Road | 328 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 1315 Neath Road | 396 yd | |
| Eaton Fish Bar | 137 Eaton Road | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suga Foods & Wine | 313 Llangyfelach Road | 333 yd | |
| CK's Supermarket Ltd | 460 Llangyfelach Road | 659 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.