Gwerneinon Road is in Sketty, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 8EW 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 Gwerneinon Road, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 8EA, SA2 8ES, SA2 8EU, SA2 8EN, SA2 8DU, SA2 8EF, SA2 8EP, SA2 8EG, SA2 8EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA2 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 54.6% | 47.2% | -7.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 45.4% | 52.8% | 7.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 8EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 17.1% | 22.5% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 56.9% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 12% | 10.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 35.3% | 49.6% | 14.3% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 30.9% | -12.0% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 15.1% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around SA2 8EW this area, 5.1% 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 61.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.3% | 5.1% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 3.2% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 12.9% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 3.7% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 10.6% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 61.8% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 28.0% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 1.5% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 91.6% | 91.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 91.6% | 90.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 90.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 8.9% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 6.7% | 6.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwerneinon Road was 14.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.7% lower than the Sketty average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwerneinon Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Sketty and the 90th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Gwerneinon Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-03-14 | £392,305 |
| 43 Gwerneinon Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £316,500 | 2024-11-16 | £338,349 |
| 49 Gwerneinon Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-05-24 | £280,829 |
| 49 Gwerneinon Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-11-02 | £244,249 |
| 44 Gwerneinon Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-06-22 | £375,705 |
SA2 8EW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8EW 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 | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkland Primary School Sketty Park Drive , Sketty SA2 8NG | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| T? Dan Y Coed Huntington Close , SA3 5AL | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Mayals Primary School Fairwood Road , West Cross SA3 5JP | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Gore School De-La-Beche Road , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llwynderw West Cross Lane , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 1,669 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indian Kitchen | Mill Lane | 734 yd | |
| Swansea Tennis and Squash Club Ltd | King George V Playing Fields, Cwm Farm Lane | 787 yd | |
| The Junction | The Junction Cafe, Mumbles Road | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodman | 120 Mumbles Road | 814 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 | 154.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.