Kings Road is in Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 8AH is located in the Waterfront electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 2008-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kings Road, Swansea, SA1 8AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 8AJ, SA1 8AL, SA1 8PG, SA1 8PP, SA1 8PY, SA1 8PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA1 8AH is primarily male, with 76.7% 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 | 33.1% | 23.3% | -9.8% | 51.0% | -27.7% |
| Male | 66.9% | 76.7% | 9.8% | 49.0% | 27.7% |
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 8AH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 72.9% 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 | 57.7% | 72.9% | 15.2% | 37.9% | 35.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.9% | 13.6% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -30.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 70.5% | 56.7% | -13.8% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 24.5% | 30% | 5.5% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 3.6% | 11.7% | 8.1% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 8AH this area, 6.7% 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 52.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.1% | 6.7% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 20.2% | 13.3% | 9.6% | 10.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 2.5% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -10.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 10.1% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 59.2% | 52.9% | -6.3% | 33.8% | 19.1% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 7.5% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 4.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 79.1% | 72.5% | -6.6% | 81.4% | -8.9% |
| Arab | 10.1% | 2.5% | -7.6% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
In this area, 62.8% 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 | 76.3% | 62.8% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -20.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 9.1% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 6.6% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.8% | 13.2% | -2.6% | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 5% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.3% | 63.3% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -19.9% |
| 10+ Years | 7.9% | 7.5% | -0.4% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.8% | 5.8% | -5.0% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 13.3% | 10.4% | 2.2% | 11.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 10% | 7.8% | 1.9% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.4% | 76.7% | -19.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 6.6% | 0.1% | 6.5% |
| Middle East | 5.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 3.3% | 0.2% | 3.1% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60% | 37.2% | 22.8% |
| Christian | 25% | 46.2% | -21.2% |
| Buddhist | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the St Thomas average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% 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 11 South Quay Kings Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-04-04 | £154,095 |
| Apartment 8 South Quay Kings Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2025-01-17 | £96,298 |
| Apartment 17 South Quay Kings Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-10-28 | £134,474 |
| Apartment 4 South Quay Kings Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-01-31 | £114,248 |
| Apartment 6 South Quay Kings Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-10-11 | £132,463 |
SA1 8AH area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 20% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in SA1 8AH 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 | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Part-Time Employee | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Community Primary School Grenfell Park Road , St Thoma's SA1 8EY | - not rated | 720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Danygraig Primary School Ysgol Street , Port Tennant SA1 8LE | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Helen's Primary School Vincent Street , SA1 3TY | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Terrace Road Primary School Terrace Road , Mount Pleasant SA1 6JD | - not rated | 1,992 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Americanos | Prince of Wales Dock, Altamar, Kings Road | 143 yd | |
| Cafe Tawe | 1 Kings Road | 240 yd | |
| One J Shed Dining Ltd | Unit 1-2 J-shed | 274 yd | |
| The Welsh House | Unit 5, J Shed, Kings Road | 274 yd | |
| Rasoi Waterfront | Unit 3 And 4, J Shed, Kings Road | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Yacht and Sub Aqua Club | Swansea Yacht & Sub Aqua Club, East Burrows Road | 539 yd | |
| Swansea Dockers Club | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 592 yd | |
| Schooner Bar and Cafe | 4 Prospect Place | 661 yd | |
| Pump House | Pump House Quay | 663 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | Queens Hotel, Gloucester Place | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton | 72 Port Tennant Road | 499 yd | |
| Eastern Express | 78 Port Tennant Road | 572 yd | |
| Great Wall | 61 Port Tennant Road | 598 yd | |
| The New Riverside Fish Bar | 7 Thomas Street | 618 yd | |
| Raj Kitchen@Dockers | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Swansea University Bay Campus | 449 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Plc | Sainsbury's, Quay Parade | 567 yd | |
| Castle Square Convenience Store Ltd | 10-11 Caer Street | 1,065 yd | |
| Iceland Foods PLC | Unit 1a, St Davids Square | 1,081 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.