Heatherslade Road is in Southgate, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 2DD is located in the Pennard electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heatherslade Road, Southgate, Swansea, SA3 2DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 2DQ, SA3 2DE, SA3 2DA, SA3 2AN, SA3 2DB, SA3 2DH, SA3 2BZ, SA3 2BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA3 2DD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 51.8% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.2% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 SA3 2DD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 14.1% | 15.4% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -22.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 59.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 17.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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 | 42.9% | 47.1% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 28.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 17.5% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 SA3 2DD this area, 9.3% 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 56%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 9.3% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 4% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 14.9% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 10.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.8% | 56% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 22.2% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 96.9% | 95% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heatherslade Road was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.6% lower than the Bishopston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heatherslade Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Bishopston and the 89th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Heatherslade Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £409,150 | 2024-08-28 | £432,279 |
| 48 Heatherslade Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2023-06-02 | £489,821 |
| 2 Heatherslade Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2023-03-21 | £554,980 |
| 5 Heatherslade Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £382,500 | 2022-07-22 | £420,091 |
| 7 Heatherslade Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2022-01-31 | £449,152 |
SA3 2DD 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 SA3 2DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennard Primary School Pennard Road , Pennard SA3 2AD | - not rated | 830 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishopston Primary School Bishopston Road , Bishopston SA3 3EN | - not rated | 3,544 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishopston Comprehensive School The Glebe , Bishopston SA3 3JP | - not rated | 3,719 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Cliffs Coffee Shop & Pennard Stores | 68 Southgate Road | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennard Golf Club | 2 Southgate Road | 528 yd | |
| Southgate County Club (Bar only) | 15 Southgate Road | 528 yd | |
| Southgate County Club Restaurant | 15 Southgate Road | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pobbles Pizza and Curry | 65 Southgate Road | 159 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.