Sketty Road is in Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 0JX is located in the Uplands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sketty Road, Swansea, SA2 0JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 0SE, SA2 9FF, SA2 0QG, SA2 0JF, SA2 0JY, SA2 0SD, SA2 9FH, SA2 0LA, SA2 9FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 0JX 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 | 52.4% | 51.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.9% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26% | 27.9% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 48% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 10.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 45.2% | 40.9% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 33.8% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 19.6% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 13.9% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 4% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.4% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 9.9% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 11.9% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.1% | 47.5% | -0.6% | 33.8% | 13.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94% | 97.3% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 92.4% | 93.8% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 93.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sketty Road was 32.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.6% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sketty Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the 246th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116B Sketty Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2019-04-18 | £180,592 |
| 116 Sketty Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2017-11-20 | £442,019 |
| 116E Sketty Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2017-10-26 | £163,649 |
| 116D Sketty Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2017-09-22 | £152,268 |
| 116A Sketty Road, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-07-01 | £227,571 |
SA2 0JX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in SA2 0JX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh House School 38 Penlan Crescent , Uplands SA2 0RL | - not rated | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Gore School De-La-Beche Road , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 779 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llwynderw West Cross Lane , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 779 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmill Primary School Trafalgar Place , Brynmill SA2 0BU | - not rated | 803 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Bryn-Y-Mor Heol St Alban , Brynmill SA2 0BP | - not rated | 933 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilligans | 100 Eversley Road | 484 yd | |
| Slice | 73-75 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Dario's | 87-89 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Sloth Coffee Co. | 102 Glanmor Road | 520 yd | |
| Dewkes Limited | 92 Gower Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sketty Club | 83 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Vivian Arms Hotel | Gower Road | 575 yd | |
| 47 Bar & Lounge | 47 Gower Road | 670 yd | |
| Uplands Tavern | 42-44 Uplands Crescent | 836 yd | |
| Noahs Yard | 38 Uplands Crescent | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madras | 45 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Sketty Packed Meals | 39 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Pizza Milano | 69 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| Klub Kitchen 83 | 83 Eversley Road | 485 yd | |
| The Range | 93 Eversley Road | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group Food Ltd | 1 Bryn Road | 928 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 | 64.3% |
| 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 | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.