Danybeacon is in St Thomas, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 8ED is located in the Bôn-y-maen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Danybeacon, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA1 8ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.9% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.1% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA1 8ED there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.5% | 25.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 58.9% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 8.4% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 46.6% | 49.6% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 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.
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 26.2% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 12.1% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.6% | 15% | -7.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 7.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 18.7% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 18.7% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 95.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.2% | 95.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Danybeacon was 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.2% lower than the Bôn-y-maen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Danybeacon has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bôn-y-maen and the 148th lowest crime rate of 783 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Danybeacon, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2023-01-06 | £573,650 |
| 1 Danybeacon, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2019-05-10 | £575,545 |
| 1 Danybeacon, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2007-11-30 | £461,632 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Danybeacon, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8ED has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Danybeacon, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8ED has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
SA1 8ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret Street Nursery Wallace Road , St Thoma's SA1 8HD | - not rated | 357 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Thomas Community Primary School Grenfell Park Road , St Thoma's SA1 8EY | - not rated | 657 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Danygraig Primary School Ysgol Street , Port Tennant SA1 8LE | - not rated | 798 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Thoma's Primary School Windmill Terrace , St Thoma's SA1 8DN | - not rated | 882 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrechwyth Primary School Bonymaen Road , Pentrechwyth SA1 7AP | - not rated | 1,456 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vee's Cafe | 132 Port Tennant Road | 640 yd | |
| One Sixty Coffee Bar | 160 Port Tennant Road | 649 yd | |
| Juniper Tree Coffee Lounge | Waterfront Community Church, Langdon Road | 857 yd | |
| Starbucks | Village Hotel and Leisure Club, Langdon Road | 857 yd | |
| Limitless Trampoline Park | Unit E1 SA1 Business Park | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Inn | Union Inn, 223 Port Tennant Road | 822 yd | |
| Naval and Military Club | Ysgol Street | 860 yd | |
| The Waterfront Beefeater | Langdon Road | 899 yd | |
| Swansea Dockers Club | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 924 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | 98-99 Pentreguinea Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Tennant Fish & Chips Limited | 162 Port Tennant Road | 640 yd | |
| Great Wall | 61 Port Tennant Road | 643 yd | |
| Eastern Express | 78 Port Tennant Road | 650 yd | |
| Hilton | 72 Port Tennant Road | 717 yd | |
| Golden Dragon GD Box | 158 Danygraig Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Swansea University Bay Campus | 797 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.