Nicander Parade is in Mayhill, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 6TX is located in the Townhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nicander Parade, Mayhill, Swansea, SA1 6TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 6SW, SA1 6HT, SA1 6SN, SA1 6HS, SA1 6SS, SA1 6JY, SA1 6HP, SA1 6JX, SA1 6HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA1 6TX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 48.5% | 49.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 6TX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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 | 37.4% | 44.1% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 37.3% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 11.4% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 5.3% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39% | 36.3% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 33.5% | 4.1% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 16% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 11% | 10.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 6TX this area, 29.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 29.7% | -15.2% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 9.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 15.6% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 12.9% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 24% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 88.7% | 90.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Arab | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 92% | 88.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 88.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 5.6% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 35.2% | 46.2% | -11.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nicander Parade was 27.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.0% lower than the Townhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nicander Parade has the 5th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Townhill and the 207th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Nicander Parade, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-12-13 | £137,617 |
| 34 Nicander Parade, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-05-10 | £169,375 |
| 32 Nicander Parade, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-01-14 | £139,272 |
| 5 Nicander Parade, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-01-10 | £176,203 |
| 21 Nicander Parade, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2019-08-30 | £126,851 |
SA1 6TX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 6TX 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 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea View Community Primary School Creidiol Road , Mayhill SA1 6TX | - not rated | 103 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Terrace Road Primary School Terrace Road , Mount Pleasant SA1 6JD | - not rated | 256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Townhill Community Primary School Townhill Road , Townhill SA1 6PT | - not rated | 511 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffynone House School Trust 36 St James's Crescent , Uplands SA1 6DR | - not rated | 717 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 1,107 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 Sandwich Box | 78 Pen Y Graig Road | 322 yd | |
| Fat Toro Ltd | 27 Walter Road | 662 yd | |
| Shiraz Restaurant | 29 Walter Road | 663 yd | |
| Nanwich Tikka House | 19 Mansel Street | 683 yd | |
| Ramruay Chang Thai Cuisine | 33 Walter Road | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathcliffe Social Club | 93 Heathfield | 435 yd | |
| The Farmers Arms | 19 North Hill Road | 595 yd | |
| The George Hotel | 30 Walter Road | 670 yd | |
| Ty Tawe | 9 Christina Street | 676 yd | |
| Brunswick Arms | 3 Duke Street | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saigon | 122 Penygraig Road | 451 yd | |
| Star Kebab and Pizza House | 112 Pen Y Graig Road | 451 yd | |
| Theo's Fish Bar | 73 Mount Pleasant | 493 yd | |
| Lucky House | 73 Hanover Street | 512 yd | |
| Smokin Griddle | 7a-9a Humphrey Street | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 127 Walter Road | 590 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 | 174 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.