West Cross Lane is in West Cross, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA3 5LR 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 West Cross Lane, West Cross, Swansea, SA3 5LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA3 5JD, SA3 5LG, SA3 5LJ, SA3 5JF, SA3 5LW, SA3 5LQ, SA3 5DA, SA3 5AB, SA3 5JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA3 5LR is primarily male, with 53.6% 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 | 48.2% | 46.4% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 51.8% | 53.6% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 | 36.4% | 37.5% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.4% | 27.2% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -17.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 20.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 11.0% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 8.5% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.8% | 32.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 36.4% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 16.8% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 12.7% | 9.6% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 6.9% | 4.8% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 | 32% | 17.9% | -14.1% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.4% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 15.2% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 12.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 32.7% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 94.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 92% | 90.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 7.5% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 1.2% | -2.8% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 90.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Cross Lane was 299.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 710.7% higher than the Mumbles average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Cross Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Mumbles and the 37th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 162.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 West Cross Lane, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-02-16 | £159,366 |
| 15 West Cross Lane, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,950 | 2023-12-11 | £283,487 |
| 23 West Cross Lane, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-04-30 | £258,711 |
| 1 West Cross Lane, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-07-28 | £174,275 |
| 7 West Cross Lane, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-06-05 | £116,136 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T? Dan Y Coed Huntington Close , SA3 5AL | - not rated | 425 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Grange Primary School West Cross Avenue , West Cross SA3 5TS | - not rated | 543 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 | 543 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mayals Primary School Fairwood Road , West Cross SA3 5JP | - not rated | 747 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitestone Primary School Off Rushwind Close , West Cross SA3 5RF | - not rated | 1,304 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Tree | 9 Alderwood Road | 42 yd | |
| TA Centre | Ta Centre, The Grange, Mumbles Road | 344 yd | |
| Norton Stores | 9 Westcross Avenue | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The West Cross Inn | West Cross Inn, Mumbles Road | 255 yd | |
| The Beaufort Arms | 1 Castle Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice | 13 Alderwood Road | 42 yd | |
| Dick Bartons Fish and Chip Shop | 16 Alderwood Road | 42 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 14 Alderwood Road | 42 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 10-12 Alderwood Road | 42 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.