New Road is in Pontarddulais, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 8TB 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 New Road, Pontarddulais, Swansea, SA4 8TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 8SY, SA4 8TA, SA4 8TQ, SA4 8RQ, SA4 8SS, SA4 8SZ, SA4 8SR, SA4 8TE, SA4 8RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA4 8TB is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 49.8% | 45.8% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 54.2% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 8TB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.5% 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 | 39.2% | 49.5% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.7% | 24.3% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -19.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 21% | 15.3% | -5.7% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 5% | -10.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.9% | 41.1% | 11.2% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 29.6% | 4.2% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 25.9% | 17.7% | -8.2% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 13.4% | 8.9% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 2.7% | -2.8% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 38.6% | 22.3% | -16.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.5% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 10.5% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 16.1% | 9.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 33.1% | 14.9% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 93.5% | 97% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 96.8% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 34.1% | 46.2% | -12.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 162.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 137.4% higher than the Pontarddulais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Pontarddulais and the 101st highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 New Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-10-24 | £125,595 |
| 1 New Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-10-03 | £118,618 |
SA4 8TB 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Unemployed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendy C.P. Mixed School Iscoed Road , Hendy SA4 0XD | - not rated | 511 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Comprehensive School Caecerrig Road , Pontarddulais SA4 8PD | - not rated | 753 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago Lower James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JA | - not rated | 836 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontarddulais Primary School Upper James Street , Pontarddulais SA4 8JD | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengelli Primary School Station Road , Grovesend SA4 4GY | - not rated | 3,192 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontardulais Town Council | 45 St Teilo Street | 105 yd | |
| Y Bocs Bwyd | 110 St Teilo Street | 145 yd | |
| Motley Pie & Coffee | 32 St Teilo Street | 162 yd | |
| The Dulais Cafe | 132 St Teilo Street | 207 yd | |
| Chilli Restaurant | 18 St Teilo Street | 250 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontardulais Conservative Club | 9 St Michaels Avenue | 134 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Hotel | 36-38 St Teilo Street | 136 yd | |
| Pontardulais Workingmens Club | 11-13 St Teilo Street | 263 yd | |
| BLACK HORSE | Black Horse Inn, 161 Iscoed Road | 462 yd | |
| Pontarddulais RFC | 56 Oakfield Street | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Lounge | 43 St Teilo Street | 72 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 96 St Teilo Street | 117 yd | |
| Double Luck Chinese Takeaway | 104 St Teilo Street | 117 yd | |
| McDoner | 106 St Teilo Street | 156 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 126 St Teilo Street | 207 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 New Road | 10 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.