The Close is in Llangyfelach, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 7JL is located in the Llangyfelach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Close, Llangyfelach, Swansea, SA5 7JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA6 6BQ, SA6 6BH, SA6 6BJ, SA6 6BL, SA6 6DD, SA5 7JF, SA6 6DB, SA6 6BU, SA6 6BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 7JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.7% | 50.8% | 5.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 54.3% | 49.2% | -5.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.8% | 39.5% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 43% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.9% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 53.2% | 53.6% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 30.8% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 12.2% | 5.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 7JL this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 9.5% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 5.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 19.8% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 6.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.9% | 15.8% | -3.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32% | 39.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 94.3% 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% | 94.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Close was 64.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.1% higher than the Llangyfelach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Llangyfelach and the 365th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 The Close, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-04-29 | £295,729 |
| 3 The Close, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2021-08-16 | £239,942 |
| 1 The Close, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-06-25 | £203,250 |
| 2 The Close, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2007-10-12 | £243,254 |
| 2 The Close, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £136,500 | 2005-07-15 | £240,987 |
SA5 7JL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangyfelach Primary School Pengors Road , Llangyfelach SA5 7JE | - not rated | 328 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Clase Primary School Rheidol Avenue , Clase SA6 7JX | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tirdeunaw Heol Ddu , Treboeth SA5 7HP | - not rated | 1,613 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Vaughan R.C. School Mynydd Garnlwyd Road , Morriston SA6 7QG | - not rated | 1,621 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen-y-Bryn Glasbury Road , Morriston SA6 7PA | - not rated | 1,726 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodexo Food Services | Sodexo Food Services GB360494 | 449 yd | |
| ESS Government Services | Driver And Vehicle Licensing Agency, Long View Road | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough and Harrow Llangyfelach | 18 Swansea Road | 591 yd | |
| Clase Social Club | Clase Social Club, Pengwern Road | 994 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 10.0% |
| Median download speed | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.