Oldway is in Bishopston, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 3DJ is located in the Bishopston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oldway, Bishopston, Swansea, SA3 3DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 3AY, SA3 3BB, SA3 3AX, SA3 3AZ, SA3 3DH, SA3 3DG, SA3 3AJ, SA3 3AR, SA3 3DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA3 3DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 55.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 43.7% | 44.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 3DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 16.2% | 23.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 51.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 19.1% | 12.6% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) 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 | 48.7% | 53.3% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 33% | 35.8% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 7.1% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.5% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 3DJ this area, 8.8% 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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.2% | 8.8% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 5.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 14.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6.6% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 10.4% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 50% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 96.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 95.4% | 94.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oldway was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.9% higher than the Bishopston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oldway has the 9th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Bishopston and the 288th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 83.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Oldway, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2025-04-07 | £577,666 |
| 49 Oldway, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-04-07 | £494,581 |
| 88 Oldway, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £523,203 | 2022-06-07 | £537,941 |
| 97 Oldway, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £448,000 | 2020-03-10 | £624,206 |
| 44 Oldway, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2019-10-28 | £585,560 |
SA3 3DJ 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 3DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishopston Comprehensive School The Glebe , Bishopston SA3 3JP | - not rated | 463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishopston Primary School Bishopston Road , Bishopston SA3 3EN | - not rated | 512 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School Slade Road , Newton SA3 4UE | - not rated | 2,357 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mayals Primary School Fairwood Road , West Cross SA3 5JP | - not rated | 2,928 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 2 Caswell | Unit 2, Caswell Beach | 619 yd | |
| Surfside Cafe | Unit 3, Caswell Beach | 631 yd | |
| South Gower RFC | South Gower Rugby Sports Ground, Pwlldu Lane | 923 yd | |
| Memoirs at Willow Court | Willow Court, Mayals Road Clyne Common | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough and Harrow | 88 Oldway | 6 yd | |
| Joiners Arms | Joiners Arms, Bishopston Road | 692 yd | |
| The Valley | 41 Bishopston Road | 692 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 | 3.4% |
| 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.