Oakfield Street is in Pontarddulais, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 8LD is located in the Pontarddulais electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais, Swansea, SA4 8LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 8LN, SA4 8LH, SA4 8RA, SA4 8RH, SA4 8LW, SA4 8PA, SA4 8RE, SA4 1RE, SA4 8LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA4 8LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 29.7% | 36.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 38.2% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 17.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 6.3% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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% | 42% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 38.4% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.3% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 27.2% | 15.1% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 8.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 18.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.3% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 30.7% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 96.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.7% | 94.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakfield Street was 74.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.8% higher than the Pontarddulais average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oakfield Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Pontarddulais and the 317th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Oakfield Street, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2015-04-10 | £261,285 |
| 2 Oakfield Street, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-08-10 | £275,435 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontarddulais Comprehensive School Caecerrig Road , Pontarddulais SA4 8PD | - not rated | 409 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago Lower James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JA | - not rated | 448 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Primary School Upper James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JD | - not rated | 697 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendy C.P. Mixed School Iscoed Road , Hendy SA4 0XD | - not rated | 895 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengelli Primary School Station Road , Grovesend SA4 4GY | - not rated | 3,085 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 Farmers Arms | 152 St Teilo Street | 96 yd | |
| Sullivans | 148 St Teilo Street | 96 yd | |
| Pauly's | 28 Dulais Road | 149 yd | |
| The Dulais Cafe | 132 St Teilo Street | 182 yd | |
| Y Bocs Bwyd | 110 St Teilo Street | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontarddulais RFC | 56 Oakfield Street | 225 yd | |
| Pontardulais Conservative Club | 9 St Michaels Avenue | 422 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Hotel | 36-38 St Teilo Street | 488 yd | |
| Pontardulais Workingmens Club | 11-13 St Teilo Street | 595 yd | |
| Pontarddulais Cricket Club | Pontarddulais Cricket Club, Tyn Y Bonau Road | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Adnan Tikka | 141 St Teilo Street | 88 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 126 St Teilo Street | 182 yd | |
| A Taste Of India | 128 St Teilo Street | 182 yd | |
| McDoner | 106 St Teilo Street | 235 yd | |
| King Fish Bar | 234 St Teilo Street | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 New Road | 382 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.