Dunvant Road is in Dunvant, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 7SJ 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 Dunvant Road, Dunvant, Swansea, SA2 7SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 7SL, SA2 7SH, SA2 7SP, SA2 7QU, SA2 7QT, SA2 7SR, SA2 7PL, SA2 7PJ, SA2 7SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA2 7SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 50.5% | 48% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 52% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 7SJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 22.2% | 24.4% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 63% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 54.4% | 49.8% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 34.5% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 10.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 16.5% | 10.1% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 4.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.5% | 18% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 41.9% | 14.7% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.6% | 97.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 97.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunvant Road was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.8% higher than the Dunvant and Killay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunvant Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Dunvant and Killay and the 174th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161 Dunvant Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2022-03-25 | £431,743 |
| 175 Dunvant Road, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-04-19 | £131,908 |
| 175 Dunvant Road, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-04-19 | £131,908 |
| 161 Dunvant Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-01-30 | £329,436 |
| 157 Dunvant Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2014-07-18 | £378,591 |
SA2 7SJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunvant Primary Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7SN | - not rated | 200 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendrefoilan Primary School Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7LF | - not rated | 708 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cila Primary School 577 Gower Road , Upper Killay SA2 7DR | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen Y Fro Primary Priors Crescent , Dunvant SA2 7UF | - not rated | 1,476 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Olchfa School Gower Road , Sketty SA2 7AB | - not rated | 1,574 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gigi Gao's Favourite KaFei | Ground Floor, 448 Gower Road | 592 yd | |
| Killay Spice | Rear of, 436 Gower Road | 613 yd | |
| Killay Cafe | 3 The Precinct | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dunvant | 234 Dunvant Road | 454 yd | |
| Village Bar Cafe | Unit 5-6, The Precinct | 620 yd | |
| The Commercial Inn | 403 Gower Road | 659 yd | |
| Black Boy | 444 Gower Road | 661 yd | |
| Dunvant RFC | Dunvant R F C, Broadacre | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saporito Pizza and Grill House | 438 Gower Road | 611 yd | |
| Killay Fish Bar Ltd | 430 Gower Road | 613 yd | |
| Full Moon | Full Moon Cantonese, 7 Dunvant Square | 907 yd | |
| Dunvant Tandoori | 6 Dunvant Square | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Wholesale Service | 434 Gower Road | 613 yd | |
| The Co-operative | The Precinct | 620 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 | 92.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.