Morris Lane is in St Thomas, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 8BE is located in the St Thomas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Morris Lane, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 8BQ, SA1 8BH, SA1 8AZ, SA1 8AY, SA1 8BA, SA1 8BG, SA1 8AU, SA1 8DY, SA1 8DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA1 8BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 8BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 39.6% | 44.8% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 35.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.9% | -2.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 42.1% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 33% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17.5% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 8BE this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 30% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 18% | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 11.6% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 89.5% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 82.8% 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 | 96.5% | 82.8% | -13.7% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 4.6% | 4.2% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 82.2% | -13.6% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 5.2% | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Morris Lane was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.6% lower than the St Thomas average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Morris Lane has the 12th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in St Thomas and the 354th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Morris Lane, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2013-06-28 | £130,288 |
| 65 Morris Lane, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £68,005 | 2006-05-26 | £115,364 |
| 75 Morris Lane, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2004-06-16 | £204,143 |
| 63 Morris Lane, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £20,255 | 1999-10-22 | £91,105 |
| 71 Morris Lane, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, a newly built property | £40,000 | 1995-12-04 | £217,889 |
SA1 8BE 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 8BE 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 | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate 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 | 265 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 833 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Danygraig Primary School Ysgol Street , Port Tennant SA1 8LE | - not rated | 1,322 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 1,407 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elior Catering | Admiral Group House, 1 Langdon Road | 487 yd | |
| Daily Grind SA1 | Ethos Building, Kings Road | 510 yd | |
| Rasoi Waterfront | Unit 3 And 4, J Shed, Kings Road | 555 yd | |
| One J Shed Dining Ltd | Unit 1-2 J-shed | 589 yd | |
| The Welsh House | Unit 5, J Shed, Kings Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Dockers Club | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 221 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | 98-99 Pentreguinea Road | 240 yd | |
| Hippos | 207 High Street | 759 yd | |
| Elysium Bar | 210 High Street | 773 yd | |
| Schooner Bar and Cafe | 4 Prospect Place | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj Kitchen@Dockers | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 269 yd | |
| The New Riverside Fish Bar | 7 Thomas Street | 297 yd | |
| Hilton | 72 Port Tennant Road | 538 yd | |
| Eastern Express | 78 Port Tennant Road | 593 yd | |
| Great Wall | 61 Port Tennant Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Swansea University Bay Campus | 435 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Plc | Sainsbury's, Quay Parade | 610 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1 Parc Tawe | 614 yd | |
| Castle Square Convenience Store Ltd | 10-11 Caer Street | 997 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 | 141.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.