Gower Road is in Killay, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 7AH is located in the Dunvant and Killay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gower Road, Killay, Swansea, SA2 7AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 7BT, SA2 7BE, SA2 7BB, SA2 7BZ, SA2 7BA, SA2 7BY, SA2 7AG, SA2 7BU, SA2 7AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA2 7AH has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 18% | 19.1% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 50.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 17.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 11% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 23% | 28.7% | 5.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 15.8% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 9% | 4.9% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 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 | 23.9% | 16.8% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 4.4% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 12.5% | 1.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 16.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 41.4% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 89.4% | 83.7% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
| Arab | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 91.3% | 89.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 89.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.5% | 9.5% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0.9% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gower Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% lower than the Dunvant and Killay average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Gower Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Dunvant and Killay and the 78th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 391 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2025-09-12 | £725,000 |
| 392 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-12-19 | £479,646 |
| 400 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £194,500 | 2024-01-18 | £207,690 |
| 378 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-09-12 | £394,049 |
| 387A Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £411,000 | 2022-04-22 | £455,946 |
SA2 7AH 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 7AH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendrefoilan Primary School Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7LF | - not rated | 410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dunvant Primary Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7SN | - not rated | 914 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olchfa School Gower Road , Sketty SA2 7AB | - not rated | 924 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cila Primary School 577 Gower Road , Upper Killay SA2 7DR | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parkland Primary School Sketty Park Drive , Sketty SA2 8NG | - not rated | 1,448 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killay Cafe | 3 The Precinct | 220 yd | |
| Killay Spice | Rear of, 436 Gower Road | 256 yd | |
| Gigi Gao's Favourite KaFei | Ground Floor, 448 Gower Road | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Bar Cafe | Unit 5-6, The Precinct | 220 yd | |
| Black Boy | 444 Gower Road | 288 yd | |
| The Commercial Inn | 403 Gower Road | 288 yd | |
| Sketty Park Sports and Social Club | Sketty Park Sports & Social Club, Aneurin Way | 898 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Steakhouse | 301 Gower Road | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killay Fish Bar Ltd | 430 Gower Road | 256 yd | |
| Saporito Pizza and Grill House | 438 Gower Road | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | The Precinct | 220 yd | |
| Co-operative Wholesale Service | 434 Gower Road | 256 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 190.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.