SA4 9GN is in Penllergaer, Swansea and Swansea district. SA4 9GN 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 Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9GN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA4 9GN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 51.1% | 48.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 9GN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70% 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 | 20.3% | 22.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.8% | 70% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 25.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 4.6% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.4% | 61.6% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 13.2% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 27.4% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 5.3% | 8.5% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around SA4 9GN this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 43.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.2% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 5.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 18.1% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 18.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.7% | 43.2% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 9.4% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 9.5% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 6.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 85.3% | 82.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 85.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 85.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 85.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.7% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.6% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 8.9% | 1.7% | 7.2% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA4 9GN was 23.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.9% lower than the Llangyfelach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA4 9GN has the 10th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Llangyfelach and the 171st lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keepers Lodge, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2018-09-19 | £379,967 |
SA4 9GN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penllergaer Primary School Pontardulais Road , Penllergaer SA4 9DB | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenymaes Primary School Broughton Avenue , Blaenymaes SA5 5LW | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cadle Primary School Middle Road , Fforestfach SA5 5DU | - not rated | 2,403 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portmead Primary School Cheriton Crescent , Portmead SA5 5LA | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangyfelach Primary School Pengors Road , Llangyfelach SA5 7JE | - not rated | 2,901 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
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.