Park Road is in Gorseinon, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA4 4UP 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 Park Road, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 4UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 4UL, SA4 4UN, SA4 4UJ, SA4 6BD, SA4 6BB, SA4 4UW, SA4 4XF, SA4 4UF, SA4 4NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 4UP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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% | 34% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 44.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 43.6% | 43.2% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 31.9% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 17.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.4% | 10.6% | -15.8% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 9.8% | -9.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 22.3% | 7.3% | 13.4% | 8.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 15.9% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 32.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 207.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 186.1% higher than the Gorseinon and Penyrheol average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gorseinon and Penyrheol and the 60th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 126.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Park Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-11-11 | £241,246 |
| 45 Park Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2022-09-09 | £251,393 |
| 7 Park Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-11-26 | £255,880 |
| 15 Park Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2020-10-12 | £218,645 |
| 45 Park Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2019-05-10 | £215,919 |
SA4 4UP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin Loughor Road , Gorseinon SA4 6AU | - not rated | 518 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontybrenin Primary School Glyn Rhosyn , Gorseinon SA4 6HX | - not rated | 518 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Comprehensive School Pontarddulais Road , Gorseinon SA4 4FG | - not rated | 851 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tre Uchaf Primary School Heol Cae Ty Newydd , Loughor SA4 6QB | - not rated | 1,164 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Primary School Frampton Road , Gorseinon SA4 4LY | - not rated | 1,170 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotties | 1a Pontardulais Road | 273 yd | |
| Gorseinon RFC | Gorseinon Rugby & Cricket Club, Lime Street | 303 yd | |
| Moo Music Swansea and Neath | 103 High Street | 354 yd | |
| Raduni Restuarant | 102 High Street | 360 yd | |
| Roma 2000 Fish Bar | 61 High Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willo's Bar & Diner | Lime Street | 315 yd | |
| Mardy Inn | 117 High Street | 450 yd | |
| Bar New Lodge Gorseinon Independent Social Club | 143 Alexandra Road | 592 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Heol Y Mynydd | 639 yd | |
| GEC | 12 High Street | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Chef Chinese Takeaway | 10 Alexandra Road | 243 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | 87 High Street | 287 yd | |
| Food Net House | 93 High Street | 287 yd | |
| Subway | 94 High Street | 287 yd | |
| Ephesus Pizzeria | 63 High Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 14 Alexandra Road | 243 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Millers Drive | 517 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Heol Y Mynydd | 556 yd | |
| Nisa Extra | 125 Frampton Road | 903 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.