Middle Road is in Ravenhill, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 5DU is located in the Cockett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middle Road, Ravenhill, Swansea, SA5 5DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 5DP, SA5 5DX, SA5 4AN, SA5 5DJ, SA5 5DW, SA5 5DG, SA5 5DZ, SA5 5DT, SA5 5DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 5DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.2% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.8% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 SA5 5DU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 40.1% | 44.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 31.4% | -10.1% | 44.2% | -12.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 12.6% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 45.3% | 46.1% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.8% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 24.8% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 14% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 12.2% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 9.5% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 18.9% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 94.5% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 95.5% | 91.3% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 90.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middle Road was 64.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.8% lower than the Cockett average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Middle Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Cockett and the 362nd highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -92.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 736 Middle Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2025-03-24 | £129,096 |
| 723 Middle Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-10-07 | £147,137 |
| 717 Middle Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-02-22 | £196,430 |
| 734 Middle Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2018-06-29 | £113,231 |
| 699 Middle Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2018-01-23 | £190,494 |
SA5 5DU 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.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadle Primary School Middle Road , Fforestfach SA5 5DU | - not rated | 82 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portmead Primary School Cheriton Crescent , Portmead SA5 5LA | - not rated | 894 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gendros Primary School Armine Road , Fforestfach SA5 8DB | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenymaes Primary School Broughton Avenue , Blaenymaes SA5 5LW | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Clwyd Community Primary School Eppynt Road , Penlan SA5 7AZ | - not rated | 1,374 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 2 White City Road | 338 yd | |
| The Little Fforest Cafe | 995a Carmarthen Road | 534 yd | |
| KFC Swansea Fforestfach | Ffordd Cynore | 545 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2a, Pontardulais Retail Park, Pontardulais Road | 555 yd | |
| The Cafe | Tesco Extra Store, Parc Fforestfach | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embassy Social Club | 75 Ravenhill Road | 795 yd | |
| Marquis Arms | Marquis Arms, Carmarthen Road | 810 yd | |
| Armine Social Club | 65 Armine Road | 960 yd | |
| Mary Dillwyn | Ffordd Cynore | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Pot | 685 Pentregethin Road | 577 yd | |
| Indian and Kebabwala | 169 Ravenhill Road | 747 yd | |
| Pizza Giorgio | 159 Ravenhill Road | 781 yd | |
| Yo! To Go | Tesco Extra, Parc Fforestfach | 808 yd | |
| Tandoori Spice | 554 Middle Road | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Unit 7 & 8, Pontardulais Retail Park, Pontardulais Road | 278 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra Store, Parc Fforestfach | 555 yd | |
| Marks and Spencer Simply Food | Unit 7, Pontardulais Retail Pa, Pontardulais Road | 555 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Pentregethin Road | 741 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.