Pentyla Road is in Cockett, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 0YL 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 Pentyla Road, Cockett, Swansea, SA2 0YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 0YQ, SA2 0YH, SA2 0TU, SA2 0TX, SA2 0TY, SA2 0YN, SA2 0UR, SA2 0TR, SA2 0US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 0YL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 30.5% | 39.5% | 9.0% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 41% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7% | 9.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 48.5% | 48.6% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 35.3% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.9% | 17.6% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 6.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 17.6% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.2% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 37.7% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.2% | 95.3% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 91.5% | 94.6% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 93.2% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentyla Road was 29.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.4% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Pentyla Road has the 19th lowest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the 221st lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Pentyla Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-02-28 | £199,918 |
| 6 Pentyla Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,500 | 2022-06-08 | £255,157 |
| 22 Pentyla Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2019-12-13 | £192,571 |
| 4 Pentyla Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2019-06-27 | £277,501 |
| 24 Pentyla Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2016-05-27 | £217,768 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh House School 38 Penlan Crescent , Uplands SA2 0RL | - not rated | 673 yd | Welsh establishment | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gors Community Primary School Gors Avenue , Cockett SA1 6SF | - not rated | 840 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dylan Thomas Community School John Street , Cockett SA2 0FR | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sketty Primary School Llwynnawr Road , Ty Coch SA2 9HJ | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Townhill Community Primary School Townhill Road , Townhill SA1 6PT | - not rated | 1,195 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sloth Coffee Co. | 102 Glanmor Road | 555 yd | |
| Gower College Cafe | Unit 1-2 Jubilee Court | 622 yd | |
| Vanilla Pod | Gower College Swansea, Tycoch Road | 622 yd | |
| Gower College | Swansea College Of Education, Tycoch Road | 622 yd | |
| Phoenix Cafe and Nursery | The Phoenix Centre, Powys Avenue | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cockett Inn | Waunarlwydd Road | 805 yd | |
| The Sketty Club | 83 Eversley Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Beechwood Club | 32 The Grove | 1,019 yd | |
| Vivian Arms Hotel | Gower Road | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhill Tandoori | 124 Townhill Road | 400 yd | |
| Roma Fish Bar Townhill | 126 Townhill Road | 400 yd | |
| Mira Kebab House | 1 Graiglwyd Road | 429 yd | |
| Mr Chungs Chinese Takeaway | 2 Lon Teify | 474 yd | |
| Beanos Pizza | 226 Gors Avenue | 818 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.