SA1 8HU is in St Thomas, Swansea and Swansea district. SA1 8HU 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 St Thomas, Swansea, SA1 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA1 8HT, SA1 8LY, SA1 8HJ, SA1 8HS, SA1 8JQ, SA1 8JN, SA1 8JS, SA1 8HL, SA1 8HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA1 8HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 51.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.7% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 8HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 34.2% | 46.8% | 12.6% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 32.7% | -12.9% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 5.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.7% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 41.8% | 46.4% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 32.2% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 14.9% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 8HU this area, 28.1% 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 | 30.7% | 28.1% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.4% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 11.8% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 8.1% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 15.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 23.1% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 93.8% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 94.7% | 88% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 7.3% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 88.6% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA1 8HU was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.0% lower than the St Thomas average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA1 8HU has the 11th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in St Thomas and the 347th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Hall, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £4,625 | 2018-07-10 | £5,983 |
SA1 8HU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danygraig Primary School Ysgol Street , Port Tennant SA1 8LE | - not rated | 519 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 | 540 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 1,948 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrechwyth Primary School Bonymaen Road , Pentrechwyth SA1 7AP | - not rated | 1,960 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Sixty Coffee Bar | 160 Port Tennant Road | 101 yd | |
| Vee's Cafe | 132 Port Tennant Road | 113 yd | |
| Limitless Trampoline Park | Unit E1 SA1 Business Park | 347 yd | |
| Juniper Tree Coffee Lounge | Waterfront Community Church, Langdon Road | 370 yd | |
| Starbucks | Village Hotel and Leisure Club, Langdon Road | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront Beefeater | Langdon Road | 350 yd | |
| Union Inn | Union Inn, 223 Port Tennant Road | 356 yd | |
| Naval and Military Club | Ysgol Street | 439 yd | |
| Swansea Dockers Club | Swansea Dockers Club, Delhi Street | 770 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | 98-99 Pentreguinea Road | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Tennant Fish & Chips Limited | 162 Port Tennant Road | 113 yd | |
| Great Wall | 61 Port Tennant Road | 197 yd | |
| Eastern Express | 78 Port Tennant Road | 255 yd | |
| Hilton | 72 Port Tennant Road | 349 yd | |
| Port Tennant Kebab and Pizza | 1 Wern Fawr Road | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Swansea University Bay Campus | 492 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.