Mayfield Terrace is in Gendros, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 8AT is located in the Cwmbwrla electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mayfield Terrace, Gendros, Swansea, SA5 8AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 8AU, SA5 8QB, SA5 8AW, SA5 8AP, SA5 8QA, SA5 8BG, SA5 8BQ, SA5 8AY, SA5 8QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA5 8AT has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 45.2% | 47.2% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 54.8% | 52.8% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 8AT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 37.2% | 43.6% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 33.5% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.7% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 15% | 16% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 6.2% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 38.6% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 26.6% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 19.1% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
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 8AT this area, 30.9% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 30.9% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 8.8% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 16.2% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 12.9% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 20.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mayfield Terrace was 281.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 284.3% higher than the Cwmbwrla average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mayfield Terrace has the 2nd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Cwmbwrla and the 40th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 175.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Mayfield Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2017-12-04 | £155,730 |
| 11 Mayfield Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £67,700 | 2015-10-16 | £111,530 |
| 7 Mayfield Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2014-09-19 | £129,626 |
| 1 Mayfield Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2008-04-11 | £168,895 |
| 13 Mayfield Terrace, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2008-02-28 | £160,701 |
SA5 8AT 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 945 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gendros Primary School Armine Road , Fforestfach SA5 8DB | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 1,376 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manselton Youth Group | Manselton Community Centre, Elgin Street | 273 yd | |
| Mecca Bingo Club | Mecca Bingo, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 460 yd | |
| Kaths Korner Kafe | 87b Robert Street | 480 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Parc Cwmdu | 809 yd | |
| The Range Cwmdu | Parc Cwmdu | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltsters Arms | 88 Pentregethin Road | 324 yd | |
| Three Sisters (Bar) | Mansel Terrace | 502 yd | |
| Three Sisters Kitchen | Mansel Terrace, Approach Road | 503 yd | |
| Travellers Well Inn | 554 Carmarthen Road | 545 yd | |
| Manselton Social Club | 45 Major Street | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmbwrla Bakehouse | 93 Stepney Street | 339 yd | |
| Shahin Tandoori | 30 Cae Bricks Road | 417 yd | |
| Spring Garden | 101 Cecil Street | 434 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 91 Courtney Street | 643 yd | |
| Pepinos Pizza | 18 Conway Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 2 Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 808 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 808 yd | |
| Suga Foods & Wine | 313 Llangyfelach Road | 911 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.