John Street is in Cockett, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 0FR is located in the Cockett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about John Street, Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0FR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 0FT, SA2 0FL, SA2 0FU, SA2 0FY, SA1 6SF, SA2 0FN, SA2 0FQ, SA2 0FG, SA2 0GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 0FR 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 | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30% | 37.1% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 45.4% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 5.2% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 43.5% | 44.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 29.5% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 19% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.7% | 16.1% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 6.5% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 14.8% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.7% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 34.3% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.2% | 90.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 93.2% | 90.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 90.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.7% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Street was 103.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.9% lower than the Cockett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John Street has the 34th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Cockett and the 208th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 72.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 John Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2006-08-31 | £211,356 |
| 7 John Street, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,500 | 2002-04-26 | £145,415 |
| 11 John Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £34,950 | 1999-10-22 | £157,202 |
| 19 John Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £27,000 | 1999-03-19 | £130,080 |
| 21 John Street, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1995-09-21 | £249,034 |
SA2 0FR 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SA2 0FR 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Thomas Community School John Street , Cockett SA2 0FR | - not rated | 61 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gors Community Primary School Gors Avenue , Cockett SA1 6SF | - not rated | 298 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gendros Primary School Armine Road , Fforestfach SA5 8DB | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sketty Primary School Llwynnawr Road , Ty Coch SA2 9HJ | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakleigh House School 38 Penlan Crescent , Uplands SA2 0RL | - not rated | 1,700 yd | Welsh establishment | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Catering | 40 Ael Y Bryn Road | 794 yd | |
| Meadow View Sports Complex | Meadow Street | 1,004 yd | |
| Nibbles | 862 Camarthen Rd | 1,035 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 4, 908 Carmarthen Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cockett Inn | Waunarlwydd Road | 414 yd | |
| Marquis Arms | Marquis Arms, Carmarthen Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chungs Chinese Takeaway | 2 Lon Teify | 565 yd | |
| Beanos Pizza | 226 Gors Avenue | 836 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 44A, Cwmdu Industrial Estate | 1,025 yd | |
| Deano's Diner t/a Dafen Diner | 866 Carmarthen Road | 1,044 yd | |
| Curry King | 89 Heol Y Gors | 1,084 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.