Pencaerfenni Lane is in Crofty, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 3SW is located in the Pen-clawdd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pencaerfenni Lane, Crofty, Swansea, SA4 3SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 3SJ, SA4 3SA, SA4 3SH, SA4 3RY, SA4 3SP, SA4 3TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 3SW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.1% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.9% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 26.4% | 26.4% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 49.1% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 11.6% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 49.1% | 51.3% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 28.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 12.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 26.8% | 18.1% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 13.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 13% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 7.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 31.9% | 12.4% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 100% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pencaerfenni Lane was 71.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 194.9% higher than the Fairwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pencaerfenni Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Fairwood and the 336th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Pencaerfenni Lane, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-02-23 | £455,280 |
| 48 Pencaerfenni Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2022-02-22 | £204,668 |
| The Crofty Inn, 71 Pencaerfenni Lane, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-01-22 | £317,903 |
| 48 Pencaerfenni Lane, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-07-19 | £210,719 |
| 58 Pencaerfenni Lane, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-08-17 | £152,348 |
SA4 3SW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 3SW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penclawdd Primary School Park Road , Penclawdd SA4 3FH | - not rated | 1,854 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanrhidian Primary School Llanrhidian , Gower SA3 1EH | - not rated | 4,676 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crwys Primary School Chapel Road , Three Crosses SA4 3PU | - not rated | 5,009 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Bynea Saron Road , Bynea SA14 9LT | - not rated | 5,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crofty Inn | 71 Pencaerfenni Lane | 1 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.02 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.02 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.