Fairwood Terrace is in Gowerton, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA4 3AE is located in the Gowerton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairwood Terrace, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 3FY, SA4 3BQ, SA4 3FR, SA4 3BG, SA4 3FW, SA4 3AH, SA4 3AF, SA4 3EE, SA4 3BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 3AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.8% | 24.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 47.2% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.3% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 13.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 (65.4%) 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 | 38.2% | 32.7% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -15.7% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 32.7% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 22.3% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 11.4% | 8.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 32.6% | 25.6% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 8.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 15.6% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.4% | 6.7% | -4.7% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 24.4% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 99.1% | 96% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairwood Terrace was 160.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 198.9% higher than the Gowerton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Fairwood Terrace has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Gowerton and the 105th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% 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 Fairwood Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-05-16 | £143,035 |
| 1 Fairwood Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-12-02 | £127,031 |
| 18 Fairwood Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-11-15 | £266,520 |
| 18 Fairwood Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-11-15 | £277,949 |
| 18 Fairwood Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,995 | 2023-07-05 | £269,057 |
SA4 3AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwyr Talbot Street , Tregwyr SA4 3DB | - not rated | 568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gowerton School Cecil Road , Gowerton SA4 3DL | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin Loughor Road , Gorseinon SA4 6AU | - not rated | 1,549 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontybrenin Primary School Glyn Rhosyn , Gorseinon SA4 6HX | - not rated | 1,549 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waunarlwydd Primary School Brithwen Road , Waunarlwydd SA5 4QS | - not rated | 1,751 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester Restaurant | Harvester Restaurant, Victoria Road | 329 yd | |
| Y Shed | Gowerton Golf Club, Victoria Road | 329 yd | |
| Gowerton RFC | Gowerton Rugby Club, Victoria Road | 329 yd | |
| Bonophool Indian Restaurant | 93 Sterry Road | 398 yd | |
| Station 86 Limited | 86 Sterry Road | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Club Ltd | Victoria Road | 329 yd | |
| Gowerton Cricket Club | Victoria Road | 329 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | Station Road | 398 yd | |
| Mansel Workingmen's Club | 7 Cecil Road | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Contented Sole | 69 Sterry Road | 398 yd | |
| Ming Fai | 95 Sterry Road | 398 yd | |
| Tarkka Swansea | 100 Sterry Road | 432 yd | |
| Top Pizza | 100a Sterry Road | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 29 Sterry Road | 432 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 | 78.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.3% |
| 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.