Gower Road is in Upper Killay, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 7EX is located in the Fairwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gower Road, Upper Killay, Swansea, SA2 7EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 7EZ, SA2 7BG, SA2 7EW, SA2 7EY, SA2 7HL, SA2 7DP, SA2 7HJ, SA2 7HE, SA2 7HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 7EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.4% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA2 7EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.4% | 27.1% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 57% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 54.9% | 49.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 30.8% | 4.4% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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.
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 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 12.3% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.6% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.5% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 44.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.5% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.5% | 95.3% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 94.2% | 95.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gower Road was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 98.6% higher than the Dunvant and Killay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gower Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Dunvant and Killay and the 332nd lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 640 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2025-03-17 | £638,929 |
| 619 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-12-19 | £267,722 |
| 656 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-06-28 | £781,036 |
| 619 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2021-01-22 | £281,710 |
| 646 Gower Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £303,500 | 2019-08-29 | £434,029 |
SA2 7EX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA2 7EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cila Primary School 577 Gower Road , Upper Killay SA2 7DR | - not rated | 569 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dunvant Primary Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7SN | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pen Y Fro Primary Priors Crescent , Dunvant SA2 7UF | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendrefoilan Primary School Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7LF | - not rated | 1,964 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Olchfa School Gower Road , Sketty SA2 7AB | - not rated | 2,577 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Killay Congregational Church | Upper Killay Congregational Church, Gower Road | 4 yd | |
| Zing Hospitality | Swansea Uplands Rugby Football Club, Fairwood Lane | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Uplands RFC | Swansea Uplands Rugby Football Club, Fairwood Lane | 680 yd | |
| The Railway Inn | 553 Gower Road | 749 yd | |
| Dunvant RFC | Dunvant R F C, Broadacre | 927 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 | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.2% |
| 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 | 2.7% |
| Median download speed | 26.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.