Whiteshell Drive is in Langland, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 4SY 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 Whiteshell Drive, Langland, Swansea, SA3 4SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 4SZ, SA3 4SF, SA3 4SX, SA3 4TA, SA3 4TH, SA3 4TB, SA3 4RB, SA3 4QR, SA3 4AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA3 4SY is primarily male, with 53.2% of the population 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 | 54.2% | 46.8% | -7.4% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 53.2% | 7.4% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 | 27.3% | 32.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 41.4% | 1.3% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 16.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 6.6% | -7.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 42.2% | 51.4% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 23.6% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -10.0% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 16.3% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 5.8% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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.
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 | 15.7% | 12.9% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 2.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.9% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.3% | 50% | 1.7% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.5% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 94.8% | 93.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.8% | 92.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.3% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whiteshell Drive was 90.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 143.4% higher than the Mumbles average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Whiteshell Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Mumbles and the 251st highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Whiteshell Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2023-01-09 | £749,050 |
| 32 Whiteshell Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2018-08-24 | £656,755 |
| 14 Whiteshell Drive, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2018-08-23 | £637,647 |
| 18 Whiteshell Drive, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2016-08-05 | £455,594 |
| 26 Whiteshell Drive, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2016-08-04 | £605,452 |
SA3 4SY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA3 4SY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in SA3 4SY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Primary School Slade Road , Newton SA3 4UE | - not rated | 748 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oystermouth Primary School Newton Road , Mumbles SA3 4BE | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grange Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 1,814 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 | 1,814 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pop Up Coffee Bar | The Village Hall | 160 yd | |
| Langland Brasserie | Langlands Brasserie, The Seafront, Brynfield Road | 295 yd | |
| Rotherstor Cafe | Rothers Tor Cafe, Rotherslade Road | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langland Bay Golf Club | Langland Bay Golf Club, Langland Bay Road | 214 yd | |
| Newton Inn | 1 New Well Lane | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beach Shack | Unit 1, Caswell Road | 285 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 | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 157.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 157.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.