Torrington Road is in Gendros, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 8DU 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 Torrington Road, Gendros, Swansea, SA5 8DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 8DX, SA5 8BH, SA5 8AL, SA5 8AS, SA5 8DY, SA5 8DZ, SA5 8AR, SA5 8EY, SA5 8ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 8DU 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 | 53.4% | 50.9% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.1% | 2.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.5% | 39.8% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 36.7% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 10% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 39.8% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 35.6% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.7% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 8DU this area, 31.2% 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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 31.2% | -15.1% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 8.7% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 11.9% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.3% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 17.8% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 21.3% | 11.2% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.7% | 88% | -9.7% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 97.7% | 90.5% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 91.3% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Torrington Road was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.9% lower than the Cockett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Torrington Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Cockett and the 191st lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Torrington Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-03-14 | £118,724 |
| 29 Torrington Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2024-10-14 | £86,239 |
| 58 Torrington Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-03-31 | £168,890 |
| 19 Torrington Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-03-25 | £266,938 |
| 24 Torrington Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2021-06-23 | £150,691 |
SA5 8DU 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clwyd Community Primary School Eppynt Road , Penlan SA5 7AZ | - not rated | 666 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gendros Primary School Armine Road , Fforestfach SA5 8DB | - not rated | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portmead Primary School Cheriton Crescent , Portmead SA5 5LA | - not rated | 1,368 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe Heol Gywrosydd , Penlan SA5 7BU | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 1,522 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca Bingo Club | Mecca Bingo, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 457 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Parc Cwmdu | 572 yd | |
| The Range Cwmdu | Parc Cwmdu | 572 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 573 yd | |
| Manselton Youth Group | Manselton Community Centre, Elgin Street | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Well Inn | 554 Carmarthen Road | 450 yd | |
| The Coracle | The Coracle, Conway Road | 576 yd | |
| The Maltsters Arms | 88 Pentregethin Road | 697 yd | |
| Three Sisters (Bar) | Mansel Terrace | 847 yd | |
| Three Sisters Kitchen | Mansel Terrace, Approach Road | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepinos Pizza | 18 Conway Road | 501 yd | |
| Kings Fish Bar | 26a Conway Road | 538 yd | |
| Cwmbwrla Bakehouse | 93 Stepney Street | 647 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 44A, Cwmdu Industrial Estate | 766 yd | |
| Spring Garden | 101 Cecil Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 2 Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 571 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 571 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 | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.