Alexandra Road is in Gorseinon, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA4 4PF is located in the Gorseinon and Penyrheol electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alexandra Road, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 4PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 4PD, SA4 4YD, SA4 4XE, SA4 4PB, SA4 4XD, SA4 4PE, SA4 4XY, SA4 6PG, SA4 6RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 4PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.9% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.1% | -2.7% | 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 | 34.7% | 37% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 41.9% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 1.5% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 7.5% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 43.3% | 45.1% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 32% | 36.3% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 11.9% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 34% | 27.7% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 9.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.2% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 25% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 93.3% | 94.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 94.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.8% | 37.2% | 19.6% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexandra Road was 30.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Gorseinon and Penyrheol average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alexandra Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gorseinon and Penyrheol and the 225th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 177 Alexandra Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-01-22 | £170,850 |
| 182 Alexandra Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2023-08-11 | £135,734 |
| 179 Alexandra Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2022-12-05 | £194,508 |
| 160 Alexandra Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-10-14 | £223,835 |
| 162 Alexandra Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2022-02-25 | £234,536 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tre Uchaf Primary School Heol Cae Ty Newydd , Loughor SA4 6QB | - not rated | 516 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin Loughor Road , Gorseinon SA4 6AU | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontybrenin Primary School Glyn Rhosyn , Gorseinon SA4 6HX | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Comprehensive School Pontarddulais Road , Gorseinon SA4 4FG | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Primary School Frampton Road , Gorseinon SA4 4LY | - not rated | 1,390 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framptons | 2 Borough Road | 186 yd | |
| Food with Friends/Gorseinon and Llwchwr Food Hub | St Catherines Church, Princess Street | 701 yd | |
| Callatis | 80 Glebe Road | 729 yd | |
| Lotties | 1a Pontardulais Road | 922 yd | |
| Gorseinon RFC | Gorseinon Rugby & Cricket Club, Lime Street | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar New Lodge Gorseinon Independent Social Club | 143 Alexandra Road | 146 yd | |
| Loughor and District Workingmens Club | Loughor And District Workingmens Club, Oakleigh Road | 309 yd | |
| The Reverend James | 180 Borough Road | 384 yd | |
| Loughor RFC | 39a Belgrave Road | 420 yd | |
| Globe Inn | 83-85 Glebe Road | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG's Fish and Chips Ltd | 1 Frampton Road | 99 yd | |
| Chen's Chef | 7 Brynafon Road | 670 yd | |
| Dragon Plaza | 70 Glebe Road | 729 yd | |
| Happy Chef Chinese Takeaway | 10 Alexandra Road | 849 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | 87 High Street | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Extra | 125 Frampton Road | 608 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 14 Alexandra Road | 849 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.