Fairwood Road is in West Cross, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 5JP is located in the West Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairwood Road, West Cross, Swansea, SA3 5JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 5JS, SA3 5JL, SA3 5JR, SA3 5JU, SA3 5JT, SA3 5HE, SA3 5HD, SA3 5DW, SA3 5HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA3 5JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA3 5JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.8% | 47.4% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 29.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 13.5% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 19% | 6.8% | -12.2% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 45.2% | 46.4% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 34% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 15.6% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 10% | 2.4% | -7.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 14.6% | -14.5% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 6.3% | -11.0% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 18.8% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 4.2% | -3.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 19.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 34.4% | 19.3% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 95.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.7% | 94.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.2% | 37.2% | 20.0% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairwood Road was 59.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.8% higher than the Mumbles average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairwood Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Mumbles and the 392nd lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Fairwood Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-04-26 | £321,064 |
| 63 Fairwood Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2022-11-11 | £234,813 |
| 54 Fairwood Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-11-07 | £294,857 |
| 103 Fairwood Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2022-10-25 | £222,043 |
| 77 Fairwood Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2022-06-29 | £247,374 |
SA3 5JP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayals Primary School Fairwood Road , West Cross SA3 5JP | - not rated | 103 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| T? Dan Y Coed Huntington Close , SA3 5AL | - not rated | 805 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Grange Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 1,160 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 | 1,160 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 1,308 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Club House Restaurant at Clyne | 118 Owls Lodge Lane | 554 yd | |
| TA Centre | Ta Centre, The Grange, Mumbles Road | 696 yd | |
| Coffee Tree | 9 Alderwood Road | 891 yd | |
| Rag and Bone Cafe Ltd | 136 Westcross Lane | 958 yd | |
| Mumbai Indian Kitchen | Mill Lane | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The West Cross Inn | West Cross Inn, Mumbles Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice | 13 Alderwood Road | 891 yd | |
| Dick Bartons Fish and Chip Shop | 16 Alderwood Road | 891 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 14 Alderwood Road | 891 yd | |
| West Cross Chinese Takeaway | 128 Westcross Lane | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 10-12 Alderwood Road | 891 yd | |
| Aru Food & Wine | 130 Westcross Lane | 958 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 | 152.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.