Westward Close is in Mayals, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 5DJ is located in the Mayals electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westward Close, Mayals, Swansea, SA3 5DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 5DN, SA3 5DH, SA3 5HW, SA3 5DW, SA3 5JL, SA3 5JR, SA3 5DG, SA3 5DB, SA3 5JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA3 5DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.3% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.7% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 5DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67% 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 | 21.8% | 22.3% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 67% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 22.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 4% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (86.8%) 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 | 50.2% | 54.1% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.7% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 10.9% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 5DJ this area, 6% 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 56.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 6% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 14.2% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.2% | 56.9% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 23.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 88.2% | 89.5% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 90.9% | 91% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 92% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 0.8% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westward Close was 11.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.8% lower than the Bishopston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westward Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Bishopston and the 60th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Westward Close, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2017-08-14 | £891,243 |
SA3 5DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 5DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayals Primary School Fairwood Road , West Cross SA3 5JP | - not rated | 259 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| T? Dan Y Coed Huntington Close , SA3 5AL | - not rated | 585 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Grange Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 1,202 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 | 1,202 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 1,538 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TA Centre | Ta Centre, The Grange, Mumbles Road | 511 yd | |
| Club House Restaurant at Clyne | 118 Owls Lodge Lane | 648 yd | |
| Mumbai Indian Kitchen | Mill Lane | 775 yd | |
| Coffee Tree | 9 Alderwood Road | 812 yd | |
| The Junction | The Junction Cafe, Mumbles Road | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodman | 120 Mumbles Road | 973 yd | |
| The West Cross Inn | West Cross Inn, Mumbles Road | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice | 13 Alderwood Road | 812 yd | |
| Dick Bartons Fish and Chip Shop | 16 Alderwood Road | 812 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 14 Alderwood Road | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 10-12 Alderwood Road | 812 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.