Canaan Row is in St Thomas, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA1 8EQ 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 Canaan Row, St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 8EH, SA1 8DS, SA1 8DT, SA1 8DU, SA1 8DR, SA1 8EF, SA1 8DP, SA1 8EG, SA1 8EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA1 8EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.1% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.9% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 8EQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 44.4% | 44.2% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 38.5% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 8.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 51.9% | 50.2% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 33.3% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.9% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.7% | 25.2% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 5.4% | -10.8% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 27.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.3% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.3% | 97.3% | 4.0% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 93.6% | 90.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 90.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
In 2023, 123 crimes were reported
near Canaan Row .
60% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
Crime level on this street is below average.
The most common type of crime was
violence and sexual offences. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of SA1 8EQ. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for SA1 8EQ.
Crime statistics are based on data provided by Home Office through data.police.uk under the
Open Government Licence.
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 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Canaan Row, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2021-01-11 | £111,387 |
| 4 Canaan Row, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2018-05-30 | £106,555 |
| 1 Canaan Row, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2018-05-23 | £94,315 |
| 3 Canaan Row, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2015-10-26 | £116,284 |
| 4 Canaan Row, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2015-06-15 | £114,294 |
SA1 8EQ 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 8EQ 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 629 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 635 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 846 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 1,230 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOZA | 50 Morfa Road | 291 yd | |
| Cafe Cwtch@Swansea Business School | 180 High Street | 666 yd | |
| Toi Aroi Thai | 1376a Neath Road | 681 yd | |
| Matt's Cafe | Matthew's House, High Street | 684 yd | |
| Uptown Fun Play Area & Coffee Shop | 1 Bridge Street | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villiers Arms | 1410 Neath Road | 601 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | 98-99 Pentreguinea Road | 643 yd | |
| Old Duke Inn | 140 High Street | 647 yd | |
| Full Moon | 143-144 High Street | 647 yd | |
| Swansea Dockers Club | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammas Pizza Parlour | 1402 Neath Road | 613 yd | |
| Hafod Packed Meals | 1394 Neath Road | 613 yd | |
| Fat Boy Wingz Swansea | 1392 Neath Road | 629 yd | |
| Chicken on the Road | 25 Neath Road | 664 yd | |
| Raj Kitchen@Dockers | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 1 Parc Tawe | 716 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Swansea University Bay Campus | 881 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Plc | Sainsbury's, Quay Parade | 1,021 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.