Bettws Road is in Penlan, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 7AY is located in the Penderry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bettws Road, Penlan, Swansea, SA5 7AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 7AX, SA5 7AZ, SA5 8AF, SA5 7AU, SA5 7BR, SA5 7BA, SA5 8AE, SA5 7AS, SA5 7BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 7AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.7% | 33% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 44.8% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 6.9% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 12.3% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 44.1% | 45.2% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 28.4% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 16.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 7.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 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.
In the area around SA5 7AY this area, 34.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.9% | 34.6% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.7% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.6% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 20.5% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 5.7% | 2.7% | -3.0% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 93.8% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 93.9% | 91.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 91.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.7% | 37.2% | 19.5% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bettws Road was 141.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% higher than the Cockett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bettws Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Cockett and the 127th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Bettws Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-04-24 | £217,671 |
| 4 Bettws Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-12-08 | £196,298 |
| 26 Bettws Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-07-21 | £232,761 |
| 24 Bettws Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,666 | 2022-07-05 | £111,657 |
| 8 Bettws Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2022-06-29 | £178,999 |
SA5 7AY 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 | 54 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clwyd Community Primary School Eppynt Road , Penlan SA5 7AZ | - not rated | 168 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portmead Primary School Cheriton Crescent , Portmead SA5 5LA | - not rated | 643 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe Heol Gywrosydd , Penlan SA5 7BU | - not rated | 770 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gendros Primary School Armine Road , Fforestfach SA5 8DB | - not rated | 878 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwyrosydd Primary Park Hill Terrace , Treboeth SA5 7DJ | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penlan Rugby Football Club | Heol Gwyrosydd | 280 yd | |
| Pavilion Cafe | Mynydd Newydd Playing Fields, Heol Gwyrosydd | 330 yd | |
| Turkish Delight & Grill House | 559 Pentregethin Road | 465 yd | |
| Fresco | 559 Pentregethin Road | 465 yd | |
| Freedom Leisure | Penlan Community Leisure Centre, Heol Gwyrosydd | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coracle | The Coracle, Conway Road | 255 yd | |
| Penlan Social Club | Penlan Social Club, Heol Gwyrosydd | 493 yd | |
| Embassy Social Club | 75 Ravenhill Road | 869 yd | |
| Armine Social Club | 65 Armine Road | 959 yd | |
| Manselton Hotel | 1-2 Penfilia Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Fish Bar | 26a Conway Road | 277 yd | |
| Pepinos Pizza | 18 Conway Road | 306 yd | |
| Saunders Sandwiches | Adjacent to Penlan Social Club, Heol Gwyrosydd | 493 yd | |
| Pizza Giorgio | 159 Ravenhill Road | 612 yd | |
| Indian and Kebabwala | 169 Ravenhill Road | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Pentregethin Road | 658 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 297.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.