Banc Yr Eithin is in Gorseinon, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 6PZ is located in the Gorseinon and Penyrheol electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Banc Yr Eithin, Gorseinon, Swansea, SA4 6PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 4XT, SA4 4FB, SA4 6PY, SA4 4GW, SA4 4YE, SA4 4GN, SA4 4YF, SA4 4YB, SA4 4YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA4 6PZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% of residents 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 | 49.6% | 48.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.8% | 33.2% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 47.7% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 13.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 47.2% | 50.3% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 25.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 14.4% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 3.9% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 4.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 15.3% | -13.6% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 7.8% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 14% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.7% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 35.3% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.5% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 94.9% | 96.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.2% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Banc Yr Eithin was 46.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.7% lower than the Gorseinon and Penyrheol average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Banc Yr Eithin has the 28th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Gorseinon and Penyrheol and the 339th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Banc Yr Eithin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2025-09-19 | £465,000 |
| 8 Banc Yr Eithin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2024-07-29 | £501,872 |
| 1 Banc Yr Eithin, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-02-09 | £238,480 |
| 5 Banc Yr Eithin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-04-23 | £379,042 |
| 7 Banc Yr Eithin, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-05-02 | £389,207 |
SA4 6PZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 950 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Primary School Frampton Road , Gorseinon SA4 4LY | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Comprehensive School Pontarddulais Road , Gorseinon SA4 4FG | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin Loughor Road , Gorseinon SA4 6AU | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontybrenin Primary School Glyn Rhosyn , Gorseinon SA4 6HX | - not rated | 1,397 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 | 585 yd | |
| Food with Friends/Gorseinon and Llwchwr Food Hub | St Catherines Church, Princess Street | 669 yd | |
| Freedom Leisure | Penyrheol Leisure Centre | 959 yd | |
| Lotties | 1a Pontardulais Road | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar New Lodge Gorseinon Independent Social Club | 143 Alexandra Road | 566 yd | |
| The Reverend James | 180 Borough Road | 655 yd | |
| Loughor and District Workingmens Club | Loughor And District Workingmens Club, Oakleigh Road | 679 yd | |
| Loughor RFC | 39a Belgrave Road | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen's Chef | 7 Brynafon Road | 139 yd | |
| KG's Fish and Chips Ltd | 1 Frampton Road | 525 yd | |
| Happy Chef Chinese Takeaway | 10 Alexandra Road | 917 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | 87 High Street | 1,062 yd | |
| Food Net House | 93 High Street | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Extra | 125 Frampton Road | 136 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 14 Alexandra Road | 917 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 | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.