Upper Church Park is in Mumbles, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 4DD is located in the Mumbles electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Church Park, Mumbles, Swansea, SA3 4DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 4DB, SA3 4LQ, SA3 4DE, SA3 4LH, SA3 4LW, SA3 4LN, SA3 4LG, SA3 4LF, SA3 4DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA3 4DD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 51.9% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 44.3% | 48.1% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.4% | 29.9% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 45.5% | 7.6% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 14.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 8.4% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) 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 | 44.3% | 51.6% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 8.5% | -7.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 55.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 16.3% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 4.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 1.8% | -3.3% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 10.2% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.6% | 55.4% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 21.6% |
| Other | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.2% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 94.1% | 93.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 93.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Church Park was 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.8% lower than the Mumbles average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Upper Church Park has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Mumbles and the 138th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Upper Church Park, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-10-20 | £453,892 |
| 12 Upper Church Park, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-06-26 | £483,135 |
| 5 Upper Church Park, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-02-12 | £354,459 |
| 14 Upper Church Park, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2016-10-26 | £674,524 |
| 2 Upper Church Park, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2014-08-22 | £400,469 |
SA3 4DD 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 4DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oystermouth Primary School Newton Road , Mumbles SA3 4BE | - not rated | 336 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School Slade Road , Newton SA3 4UE | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grange Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's Catholic Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 1,654 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joes Ice Cream Parlour | 526 Mumbles Road | 197 yd | |
| Theos Coffee Shop | Mumbles Methodist Church, Mumbles Road | 197 yd | |
| Boo's Kitchen | 2 Woodville Road | 200 yd | |
| Microlot by Mumbles Coffee | 28 Dunns Lane | 209 yd | |
| Slate Gallery Cafe Bar | 2b Dunns Lane | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Inn | 23 Park Street | 114 yd | |
| Mumbles RFC | 588 Mumbles Road | 259 yd | |
| Waterloo Stores | 2 Western Lane | 284 yd | |
| The White Rose | 1-3 Newton Road | 319 yd | |
| Cu Mumbles | Unit 7 Castleton Walk Arcade | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint of Mumbles | 602 Mumbles Road | 259 yd | |
| Yallops Fish Bar | 610 Mumbles Road | 259 yd | |
| 608 Pan & Grill | 608 Mumbles Road | 259 yd | |
| Johnnies Fish Bar | Johnnie's Fish N Chips, 2 Chapel Street | 300 yd | |
| Snack Shack | 14 Newton Road | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 145-147 Mumbles Road | 247 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.