Iscoed Road is in Hendy, Swansea and in Carmarthenshire district. SA4 0UW is located in the Hendy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Llanelli. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Iscoed Road, Hendy, Swansea, SA4 0UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 0TR, SA4 0UR, SA4 0US, SA4 0UT, SA4 0UP, SA4 0TJ, SA4 0UN, SA4 0UL, SA4 0XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA4 0UW has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents 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 | 51.4% | 48% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 33.5% | 31.7% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 43.8% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 9.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 50.2% | 48% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 28.6% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.3% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 27.2% | 20.7% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 6.3% | -7.8% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 21.6% | 11.9% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 28.4% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.6% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98% | 96.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.4% | 37.2% | 18.2% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Iscoed Road was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% lower than the Hendy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Iscoed Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Hendy and the 221st lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Iscoed Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2025-03-21 | £117,666 |
| 100 Iscoed Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-12-20 | £215,641 |
| 101 Iscoed Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-04-13 | £115,121 |
| 96 Iscoed Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-05-11 | £183,314 |
| 96 Iscoed Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2018-10-16 | £151,749 |
SA4 0UW 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 SA4 0UW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendy C.P. Mixed School Iscoed Road , Hendy SA4 0XD | - not rated | 152 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Comprehensive School Caecerrig Road , Pontarddulais SA4 8PD | - not rated | 1,348 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago Lower James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JA | - not rated | 1,450 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Primary School Upper James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JD | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengelli Primary School Station Road , Grovesend SA4 4GY | - not rated | 3,439 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Café at Hendy Library | Hendy Library, Iscoed Road | 245 yd | |
| Chilli Restaurant | 18 St Teilo Street | 460 yd | |
| Motley Pie & Coffee | 32 St Teilo Street | 519 yd | |
| Pontardulais Town Council | 45 St Teilo Street | 615 yd | |
| Y Bocs Bwyd | 110 St Teilo Street | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK HORSE | Black Horse Inn, 161 Iscoed Road | 222 yd | |
| HENDY RUGBY CLUB | 3-7 Iscoed Road | 457 yd | |
| Pontardulais Workingmens Club | 11-13 St Teilo Street | 487 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Hotel | 36-38 St Teilo Street | 539 yd | |
| Pontardulais Conservative Club | 9 St Michaels Avenue | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemingways Fish Bar | 43 Iscoed Road | 359 yd | |
| Chilli Lounge | 43 St Teilo Street | 603 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 96 St Teilo Street | 720 yd | |
| Double Luck Chinese Takeaway | 104 St Teilo Street | 720 yd | |
| McDoner | 106 St Teilo Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 New Road | 622 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 | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.