Pensalem Road is in Penlan, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 7ED 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 Pensalem Road, Penlan, Swansea, SA5 7ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 7EH, SA5 7EQ, SA5 7EB, SA5 7EA, SA5 7EG, SA5 7BX, SA5 7DF, SA5 7AP, SA5 7AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 7ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.9% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.1% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 7ED, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53% 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 | 42.1% | 53% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 27.4% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 37.5% | 43.3% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 30.2% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 13.1% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 8.6% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 7ED this area, 37.9% 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.2% | 37.9% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 19.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 15.1% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 11% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 16.9% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.8% | 94.8% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 94.5% | 91.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 91.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pensalem Road was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.7% lower than the Cockett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pensalem Road has the 28th lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Cockett and the 321st highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Pensalem Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £114,500 | 2024-11-20 | £121,684 |
| 32 Pensalem Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2024-09-09 | £133,141 |
| 32 Pensalem Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-06-01 | £122,297 |
| 37 Pensalem Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2021-08-25 | £107,434 |
| 20 Pensalem Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2018-06-08 | £139,652 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe Heol Gywrosydd , Penlan SA5 7BU | - not rated | 338 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwyrosydd Primary Park Hill Terrace , Treboeth SA5 7DJ | - not rated | 418 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clwyd Community Primary School Eppynt Road , Penlan SA5 7AZ | - not rated | 978 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tirdeunaw Heol Ddu , Treboeth SA5 7HP | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portmead Primary School Cheriton Crescent , Portmead SA5 5LA | - not rated | 1,263 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ogof Adullam | Heol Gwyrosydd | 185 yd | |
| Freedom Leisure | Penlan Community Leisure Centre, Heol Gwyrosydd | 455 yd | |
| Pavilion Cafe | Mynydd Newydd Playing Fields, Heol Gwyrosydd | 640 yd | |
| Penlan Rugby Football Club | Heol Gwyrosydd | 684 yd | |
| Easytan | 483 Llangyfelach Road | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penlan Social Club | Penlan Social Club, Heol Gwyrosydd | 375 yd | |
| Manselton Hotel | 1-2 Penfilia Road | 728 yd | |
| The Coracle | The Coracle, Conway Road | 851 yd | |
| Fords Sports and Social Club | 815 Llangyfelach Road | 890 yd | |
| Morris Arms | 423 Llangyfelach Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penderry Fish Bar | 12 Penderry Road | 145 yd | |
| Saunders Sandwiches | Adjacent to Penlan Social Club, Heol Gwyrosydd | 375 yd | |
| Ho Wah House | 55 Crwys Terrace | 627 yd | |
| BFC Express | 53 Crwys Terrace | 627 yd | |
| Shanghai Chef | 61A Crwys Terrace | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco express | 692 Llangyfelach Road | 485 yd | |
| CK's Supermarket Ltd | 460 Llangyfelach Road | 938 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 | 111.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.