Princess Way is in Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 5HF 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 Princess Way, Swansea, SA1 5HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 5LQ, SA1 5HG, SA1 5AE, SA1 5LS, SA1 1JF, SA1 3BB, SA1 5AS, SA1 3AE, SA1 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA1 5HF is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 36.9% | 46.8% | 9.9% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 63.1% | 53.2% | -9.9% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 5HF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.9% 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 | 68.3% | 65.9% | -2.4% | 37.9% | 28.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 9% | 12.4% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -31.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 15% | 15.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 0.8% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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 | 43.5% | 38.3% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 31% | 34.6% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 16.4% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 6.5% | 3.7% | -2.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 21.6% | 21.6% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 6.6% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.6% | 18.5% | -0.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 37.1% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 7.2% | 1.9% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.8% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3% | 7.5% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 6.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 4.5% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 85.1% | 74.8% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -6.6% |
| Arab | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 59.8% 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 | 77.4% | 59.8% | -17.6% | 83.2% | -23.4% |
| European Union | 7.1% | 14.4% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.5% | 18.2% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 12.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.4% | 59% | -18.4% | 83.2% | -24.2% |
| 10+ Years | 7.7% | 13.1% | 5.4% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.7% | 6.7% | -1.0% | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 13.4% | 10.4% | 1.9% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.2% | 76.7% | -16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 5.6% | 1.5% | 4.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 5.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central Asia | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 26.6% | 46.2% | -19.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 7.1% | 6.5% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princess Way was 3179.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 717.6% higher than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princess Way has the highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1560.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 302 Pearl House, 43 Princess Way, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2024-01-19 | £115,287 |
| Apartment 114 Pearl House, 43 Princess Way, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2023-02-01 | £81,676 |
| Apartment 113 Pearl House, 43 Princess Way, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2019-02-22 | £86,339 |
| 29 - 31 Princess Way, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2018-09-28 | £320,328 |
| Apartment 311 Pearl House, 43 Princess Way, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2017-12-15 | £81,812 |
SA1 5HF 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SA1 5HF 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 | 68 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 39 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Road Primary School Terrace Road , Mount Pleasant SA1 6JD | - not rated | 777 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 831 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sea View Community Primary School Creidiol Road , Mayhill SA1 6TX | - not rated | 871 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Helen's Primary School Vincent Street , SA1 3TY | - not rated | 995 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffynone House School Trust 36 St James's Crescent , Uplands SA1 6DR | - not rated | 1,173 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cup Up | 33 Pearl House | 22 yd | |
| Madeira Restaurant | 46 The Kingsway | 63 yd | |
| Zinco Lounge | 30 Princess Way | 75 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | Unit 4a, 28 Princess Way | 80 yd | |
| Awa | 8-14 College Street | 86 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Storyteller | 40-42 Princess Way | 61 yd | |
| The Hanbury | 43 The Kingsway | 63 yd | |
| The Bunkhouse Swansea | 24 Park Street | 150 yd | |
| Slug & Lettuce/Loco Loco/El Rodeo Mexicano/Burrito Bandits | 1-4 Caer Street | 209 yd | |
| Level 256 | 7-8 Caer St | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dough Republic Limited | 4-6 College Street | 83 yd | |
| Golden Swan | 28 Alexandra Road | 239 yd | |
| Jack the chipper | 5-6 Castle Square | 254 yd | |
| El Mercado | Unit 42a, Swansea Market, Oxford Street | 259 yd | |
| Greedy Fellas | 37b Swansea Market, Oxford Street | 259 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Square Convenience Store Ltd | 10-11 Caer Street | 198 yd | |
| Iceland Foods PLC | Unit 1a, St Davids Square | 327 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1 Parc Tawe | 493 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Albert Row | 549 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Plc | Sainsbury's, Quay Parade | 656 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 | 89.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 10.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.