Beech Tree Lane is in Sketty, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 8AE is located in the Sketty electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beech Tree Lane, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 8AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 8AB, SA2 8AD, SA2 8DH, SA2 8AA, SA2 8DD, SA2 8AH, SA2 8AQ, SA2 8LU, SA2 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 8AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.2% | 2.7% | 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 8AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64% 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 | 20.6% | 19.9% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 64% | 3.7% | 44.2% | 19.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 8% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 54.2% | 54.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 30.6% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 12% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 2.2% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around SA2 8AE this area, 7.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 55.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 7.7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 11.9% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.3% | 55.9% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 22.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 87.8% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 93% | 88.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 88.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 7.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.6% | 6.0% | 4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beech Tree Lane was 38.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.3% lower than the Sketty average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beech Tree Lane has the 18th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Sketty and the 289th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Beech Tree Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2024-11-15 | £597,763 |
| 10 Beech Tree Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £625,500 | 2014-10-31 | £998,340 |
| 4 Beech Tree Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2013-11-08 | £689,488 |
| 10 Beech Tree Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2011-01-28 | £928,400 |
| 4 Beech Tree Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2010-03-12 | £693,427 |
SA2 8AE 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 8AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkland Primary School Sketty Park Drive , Sketty SA2 8NG | - not rated | 410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Gore School De-La-Beche Road , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 589 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llwynderw West Cross Lane , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 589 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Olchfa School Gower Road , Sketty SA2 7AB | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sketty Primary School Llwynnawr Road , Ty Coch SA2 9HJ | - not rated | 1,114 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Tennis and Squash Club Ltd | King George V Playing Fields, Cwm Farm Lane | 529 yd | |
| Hen Dderwen | Sketty Park Drive | 637 yd | |
| Parklands Evangelical Church | Parklands Evangelical Church, Maes Y Gollen | 657 yd | |
| Rosselli's Coffee House | 10 Parkway | 702 yd | |
| De La Beche S.C.P | De-La-Beche Park | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Bar & Lounge | 47 Gower Road | 916 yd | |
| Sketty Park Sports and Social Club | Sketty Park Sports & Social Club, Aneurin Way | 943 yd | |
| Vivian Arms Hotel | Gower Road | 972 yd | |
| Pub on the Pond | Pub On The Pond, Singleton Park | 1,012 yd | |
| Student's Union Bars | Rebound, University Of Wales Swansea | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kismet Coffee House | 75 Dillwyn Road | 698 yd | |
| Kings Fish Bar | 22-24 Parkway | 702 yd | |
| Sketty Pizza | 18 Parkway | 703 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 8 Dillwyn Road | 813 yd | |
| Opium Den | 4 Dillwyn Road | 813 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.