Swansea Road is in Penllergaer, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA4 9AQ is located in the Penllergaer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swansea Road, Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA4 9AL, SA4 9AN, SA4 9AJ, SA4 9AW, SA4 9AG, SA4 9AS, SA4 9AR, SA4 9AF, SA4 9AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA4 9AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.4% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.6% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA4 9AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.4% | 20.6% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 64% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 19.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 10.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 57.8% | 53.9% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 27.9% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 5.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13.6% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.2% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 46.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 12.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.1% | 93.9% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.2% | 95.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swansea Road was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% lower than the Llangyfelach average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Swansea Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Llangyfelach and the 266th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Swansea Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-05-16 | £309,995 |
| 19 Swansea Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-03-28 | £393,580 |
| 28 Swansea Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-07-30 | £379,021 |
| 24 Swansea Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-07-05 | £335,704 |
| 22 Swansea Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-03-08 | £303,217 |
SA4 9AQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA4 9AQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penllergaer Primary School Pontardulais Road , Penllergaer SA4 9DB | - not rated | 390 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenymaes Primary School Broughton Avenue , Blaenymaes SA5 5LW | - not rated | 2,731 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontlliw Primary School Clordir Road , Pontlliw SA4 9SA | - not rated | 2,772 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrheol Comprehensive School Pontarddulais Road , Gorseinon SA4 4FG | - not rated | 3,059 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cadle Primary School Middle Road , Fforestfach SA5 5DU | - not rated | 3,069 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 73.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 73.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 73.9% |
| 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 | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.