Police Houses is in Dunvant, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 7UR 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 Police Houses, Dunvant, Swansea, SA2 7UR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 7UP, SA2 7US, SA2 7TJ, SA2 7UH, SA2 7TH, SA2 7UJ, SA2 7TT, SA2 7TS, SA2 7UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 7UR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 7UR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 29% | 28.4% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 53.4% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 9.7% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 51.6% | 56.3% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 23.9% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -9.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 14.4% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 44.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.3% | 14.1% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 4.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 11.1% | -8.7% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.5% | 44.9% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 11.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 92.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 96.5% | 93% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 92.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Police Houses was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.3% lower than the Dunvant and Killay average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Police Houses has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Dunvant and Killay and the 6th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.
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.
SA2 7UR 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 7UR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen Y Fro Primary Priors Crescent , Dunvant SA2 7UF | - not rated | 159 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dunvant Primary Dunvant Road , Dunvant SA2 7SN | - not rated | 1,391 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crwys Primary School Chapel Road , Three Crosses SA4 3PU | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cila Primary School 577 Gower Road , Upper Killay SA2 7DR | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gowerton School Cecil Road , Gowerton SA4 3DL | - not rated | 2,102 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunvant Workingmens Club | 1 Killan Road | 691 yd | |
| Dunvant RFC | Dunvant R F C, Broadacre | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Moon | Full Moon Cantonese, 7 Dunvant Square | 713 yd | |
| Dunvant Tandoori | 6 Dunvant Square | 713 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.