Lon Y Felin is in Gorseinon, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 4BE is located in the Gorseinon and Penyrheol electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 2007-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lon Y Felin, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 4FQ, SA4 4BN, SA4 4BY, SA4 4FF, SA4 4BW, SA4 4PG, SA4 4PJ, SA4 4FL, SA4 4PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA4 4BE is primarily male, with 54.4% 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 | 47.8% | 45.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 52.2% | 54.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 | 32.8% | 35.2% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.1% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 14.3% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 12.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 (66.6%) 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 | 38.3% | 37.1% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 29.5% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 19% | 18.3% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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.
In the area around SA4 4BE this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36% | 31.9% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 5.8% | -12.0% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 12.4% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.3% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 21.7% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 96.9% | 97.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Y Felin was 113.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.5% higher than the Gorseinon and Penyrheol average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lon Y Felin has the 7th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gorseinon and Penyrheol and the 180th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Lon Y Felin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2019-02-08 | £428,987 |
| 5 Lon Y Felin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2008-07-02 | £504,228 |
SA4 4BE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA4 4BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penyrheol Comprehensive School Pontarddulais Road , Gorseinon SA4 4FG | - not rated | 279 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Primary School Frampton Road , Gorseinon SA4 4LY | - not rated | 693 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin Loughor Road , Gorseinon SA4 6AU | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontybrenin Primary School Glyn Rhosyn , Gorseinon SA4 6HX | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tre Uchaf Primary School Heol Cae Ty Newydd , Loughor SA4 6QB | - not rated | 1,777 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 Roma Fish Bar | 48-49 High Street | 397 yd | |
| Lucy's Best Bites | 108 High Street | 399 yd | |
| Raduni Restuarant | 102 High Street | 430 yd | |
| Roma 2000 Fish Bar | 61 High Street | 430 yd | |
| Moo Music Swansea and Neath | 103 High Street | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardy Inn | 117 High Street | 397 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Heol Y Mynydd | 479 yd | |
| Willo's Bar & Diner | Lime Street | 491 yd | |
| GEC | 12 High Street | 602 yd | |
| Station Hotel | 17 High Street | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Hong Takeaway | 115 High Street | 397 yd | |
| Nayim Takeaway | 54 High Street | 397 yd | |
| Haldi | 107 High Street | 397 yd | |
| Ephesus Pizzeria | 63 High Street | 430 yd | |
| Pompeii Pizza | 69 High Street | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Heol Y Mynydd | 397 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 14 Alexandra Road | 479 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Millers Drive | 769 yd | |
| Nisa Extra | 125 Frampton Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Ltd, Gorseinon Road | 1,086 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.