Cecil Road is in Gowerton, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 3DW 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 Cecil Road, Gowerton, Swansea, SA4 3DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 3DN, SA4 3DQ, SA4 3AD, SA4 3DG, SA4 3AR, SA4 3DJ, SA4 3AW, SA4 3AQ, SA4 3DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 3DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.5% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48% | 48.5% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 27.1% | 30% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 49.4% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 10.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 (87%) 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 | 55.2% | 52.1% | -3.1% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 34.9% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 9.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 44.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 12.1% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 4.2% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 14.8% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 18.6% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 44.3% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 10.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.7% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cecil Road was 56.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.6% higher than the Gowerton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cecil Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Gowerton and the 383rd lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Cecil Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2025-02-21 | £308,062 |
| 86 Cecil Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-10-03 | £397,718 |
| 110 Cecil Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-04-06 | £309,336 |
| 110 Cecil Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £320,500 | 2022-06-23 | £347,153 |
| 104A Cecil Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-12-22 | £326,232 |
SA4 3DW 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gowerton School Cecil Road , Gowerton SA4 3DL | - not rated | 182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwyr Talbot Street , Tregwyr SA4 3DB | - not rated | 429 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waunarlwydd Primary School Brithwen Road , Waunarlwydd SA5 4QS | - not rated | 948 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Y Login Fach Roseland Road , Waunarlwydd SA5 4ST | - not rated | 1,866 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen Y Fro Primary Priors Crescent , Dunvant SA2 7UF | - not rated | 2,388 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gowerton Comprehensive School Kitchen 1 | Cecil Road | 166 yd | |
| Nomad Bar and Kitchen | 98 Sterry Road | 520 yd | |
| Station 86 Limited | 86 Sterry Road | 561 yd | |
| Food by Sean at Gower | 70 Sterry Road | 575 yd | |
| Bonophool Indian Restaurant | 93 Sterry Road | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Hotel | Station Road | 546 yd | |
| Mansel Workingmen's Club | 7 Cecil Road | 602 yd | |
| The farmers Arms | 284 Swansea Road | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarkka Swansea | 100 Sterry Road | 561 yd | |
| Top Pizza | 100a Sterry Road | 561 yd | |
| The Contented Sole | 69 Sterry Road | 586 yd | |
| Ming Fai | 95 Sterry Road | 586 yd | |
| Dinu's Pizza LTD | 284 Swansea Road | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 29 Sterry Road | 562 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 | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| 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 | 22.7% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.