Brunswick Street is in Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 4JR is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brunswick Street, Swansea, SA1 4JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 4HZ, SA1 4JY, SA1 4HX, SA1 4HS, SA1 4DH, SA1 4DL, SA1 4DN, SA1 4DW, SA1 4DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA1 4JR is primarily male, with 61.1% 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 | 45.2% | 38.9% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -12.1% |
| Male | 54.8% | 61.1% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 12.1% |
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 4JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 71.1% 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 | 63.4% | 71.1% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 33.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.9% | 14.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -29.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 4.2% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 7.4% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 1.6% | -12.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 | 39.1% | 45% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 37% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 11.8% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 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.
In the area around SA1 4JR this area, 6.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 6.8% | -17.7% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 6.8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.9% | 12% | 5.1% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.8% | 25.7% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 46.1% | 16.2% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 10% | 0% | -10.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 6.9% |
| Chinese | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 2% | 9.9% | 7.9% | 3.1% | 6.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 80% | 61.5% | -18.5% | 81.4% | -19.9% |
| Arab | 4.9% | 3.3% | -1.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 67.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 67.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 5.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.7% | 20.4% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 14.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.2% | 67.8% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 7% | 12.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 11% | 9% | -2.0% | 2.9% | 6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 6.2% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 26.2% | 46.2% | -20.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brunswick Street was 198.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brunswick Street has the 29th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the 70th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Brunswick Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-09-23 | £213,596 |
| Flat 1 62 Brunswick Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2021-07-16 | £146,225 |
| 58 Brunswick Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-11-13 | £192,777 |
| 65 Brunswick Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2017-01-27 | £240,187 |
| 68 Brunswick Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-09-05 | £172,812 |
SA1 4JR 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 student residents living in SA1 4JR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 48 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ffynone House School Trust 36 St James's Crescent , Uplands SA1 6DR | - not rated | 296 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Helen's Primary School Vincent Street , SA1 3TY | - not rated | 397 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christchurch (C.I.W.) Voluntary Aided Primary School Rodney Street , SA1 3UA | - not rated | 487 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Terrace Road Primary School Terrace Road , Mount Pleasant SA1 6JD | - not rated | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sea View Community Primary School Creidiol Road , Mayhill SA1 6TX | - not rated | 812 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 Crazy Baker | 8 Duke Street | 108 yd | |
| La Parmigiana | 7 Duke Street | 111 yd | |
| Topo Gigio | 55 St Helens Road | 141 yd | |
| Pizza Venice | 63 St Helens Road | 156 yd | |
| Zero One | 68 St Helens Road | 156 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Arms | 3 Duke Street | 111 yd | |
| Swansea Masonic Hall Co Ltd | 152 St Helens Road | 173 yd | |
| The George Hotel | 30 Walter Road | 182 yd | |
| The Brynymor Hotel | 17 Brynymor Road | 229 yd | |
| The Westbourne | 1 Brynymor Road | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Foods Ltd | 8 Duke Street | 108 yd | |
| Ji The Chicken Shop | 67 St Helens Road | 156 yd | |
| Zion City | 56 St Helens Road | 156 yd | |
| Sichuan Savour | 34 Walter Road | 165 yd | |
| Super Wok | 41 St Helens Road | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 127 Walter Road | 270 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Albert Row | 954 yd | |
| Iceland Foods PLC | Unit 1a, St Davids Square | 1,023 yd | |
| Castle Square Convenience Store Ltd | 10-11 Caer Street | 1,077 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 230.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.