Kendle Drive is in Sketty, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA2 9LX 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 Kendle Drive, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 9LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA2 9HB, SA2 9LS, SA2 9ND, SA2 9EY, SA2 9BN, SA2 9BW, SA2 9LP, SA2 9HE, SA2 9EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA2 9LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 9LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 24% | 24.5% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 57.7% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 8.6% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 57.2% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 32% | 28% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 9.5% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 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.
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 50.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 11.9% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.4% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 12.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.5% | 50.7% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 16.9% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 3.8% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 88.1% | 84.1% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 90.6% | 83.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 84.1% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 13.3% | 12.9% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.4% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 11.4% | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kendle Drive was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.6% lower than the Sketty average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kendle Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Sketty and the 145th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kendle Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2019-11-19 | £426,373 |
| 3 Kendle Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2011-12-19 | £371,955 |
| 3 Kendle Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2010-10-01 | £220,472 |
| 1 Kendle Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2009-10-26 | £363,224 |
SA2 9LX 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 9LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sketty Primary School Llwynnawr Road , Ty Coch SA2 9HJ | - not rated | 518 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Olchfa School Gower Road , Sketty SA2 7AB | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Gore School De-La-Beche Road , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 1,248 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Llwynderw West Cross Lane , Sketty SA2 9AP | - not rated | 1,248 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parkland Primary School Sketty Park Drive , Sketty SA2 8NG | - not rated | 1,259 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bistro | 91 Carnglas Road | 186 yd | |
| Gower College Cafe | Unit 1-2 Jubilee Court | 763 yd | |
| Vanilla Pod | Gower College Swansea, Tycoch Road | 763 yd | |
| Gower College | Swansea College Of Education, Tycoch Road | 763 yd | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | 55 Gower Road | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebell | 17-18 Carnglas Court, Carnglas Road | 277 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Steakhouse | 301 Gower Road | 883 yd | |
| 47 Bar & Lounge | 47 Gower Road | 895 yd | |
| Cockett Inn | Waunarlwydd Road | 927 yd | |
| Vivian Arms Hotel | Gower Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Tree | 89 Carnglas Road | 186 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 8 Dillwyn Road | 919 yd | |
| Opium Den | 4 Dillwyn Road | 919 yd | |
| Jubilee Garden Take Away | 10 Dillwyn Road | 919 yd | |
| Kismet Coffee House | 75 Dillwyn Road | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 85-87 Carnglas Road | 367 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.