Coedbach Road is in Pontarddulais, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 8RB 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 Coedbach Road, Pontarddulais, Swansea, SA4 8RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 8LL, SA4 8RD, SA4 8NT, SA4 8RA, SA4 8NU, SA4 8RR, SA4 8QT, SA4 8RP, SA4 8LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA4 8RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.5% | 49.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.6% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA4 8RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.2% | 51% | 13.8% | 37.9% | 13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 35.4% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 7.8% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 48.8% | 48.1% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 33.2% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 12.3% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 21.3% | 17.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 6.9% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 15% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 36.5% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 93.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
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% | 96.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coedbach Road was 89.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.7% higher than the Pontarddulais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coedbach Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Pontarddulais and the 255th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Coedbach Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2013-06-21 | £230,089 |
| 31 Coedbach Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2012-09-28 | £265,008 |
| 5 Coedbach Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2012-04-20 | £270,088 |
| 20 Coedbach Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2011-02-01 | £104,333 |
| 19 Coedbach Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £80,500 | 2010-07-02 | £131,221 |
SA4 8RB area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago Lower James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JA | - not rated | 595 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Comprehensive School Caecerrig Road , Pontarddulais SA4 8PD | - not rated | 661 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendy C.P. Mixed School Iscoed Road , Hendy SA4 0XD | - not rated | 787 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Primary School Upper James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JD | - not rated | 828 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengelli Primary School Station Road , Grovesend SA4 4GY | - not rated | 2,878 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 | 182 yd | |
| Sullivans | 148 St Teilo Street | 182 yd | |
| The Dulais Cafe | 132 St Teilo Street | 253 yd | |
| Y Bocs Bwyd | 110 St Teilo Street | 292 yd | |
| Coaltown Limited | Unit 1, 240 St Teilo Street | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontarddulais RFC | 56 Oakfield Street | 378 yd | |
| Pontardulais Conservative Club | 9 St Michaels Avenue | 472 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Hotel | 36-38 St Teilo Street | 501 yd | |
| Pontardulais Workingmens Club | 11-13 St Teilo Street | 627 yd | |
| BLACK HORSE | Black Horse Inn, 161 Iscoed Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Adnan Tikka | 141 St Teilo Street | 181 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 126 St Teilo Street | 253 yd | |
| A Taste Of India | 128 St Teilo Street | 253 yd | |
| McDoner | 106 St Teilo Street | 283 yd | |
| King Fish Bar | 234 St Teilo Street | 287 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 New Road | 365 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.