Approach Road is in Manselton, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 8NL 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 Approach Road, Manselton, Swansea, SA5 8NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 8NN, SA5 8NS, SA5 8PD, SA5 8NX, SA5 8BA, SA5 8PE, SA5 8NJ, SA5 8BB, SA5 8BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA5 8NL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 52.9% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 51% | 47.1% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 8NL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 40.3% | 46.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 34.7% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 8.6% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 57.1% | 46.8% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 34.5% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 14.4% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.8% | 19.9% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 8.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 15% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 22.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 23% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.4% | 95% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 96.8% | 94.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Approach Road was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% lower than the Cwmbwrla average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Approach Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Cwmbwrla and the 115th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 6 Weavers Yard Approach Road, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-03-29 | £645,202 |
| Unit 4 Weavers Yard Approach Road, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-03-29 | £645,202 |
SA5 8NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 689 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 913 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 931 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 1,296 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Townhill Community Primary School Townhill Road , Townhill SA1 6PT | - not rated | 1,352 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaths Korner Kafe | 87b Robert Street | 226 yd | |
| Manselton Youth Group | Manselton Community Centre, Elgin Street | 350 yd | |
| Hiks | 189 Llangyfelach Road | 596 yd | |
| Mecca Bingo Club | Mecca Bingo, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 621 yd | |
| Cosy Cabin | 132 Eaton Road | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Sisters (Bar) | Mansel Terrace | 68 yd | |
| Three Sisters Kitchen | Mansel Terrace, Approach Road | 69 yd | |
| The Maltsters Arms | 88 Pentregethin Road | 150 yd | |
| The Gate House Hotel | 360 Carmarthen Road | 187 yd | |
| Cwmfelin Social Club | Cwmfelin Social Welfare Club, Courtney Street | 247 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shahin Tandoori | 30 Cae Bricks Road | 92 yd | |
| Cwmbwrla Bakehouse | 93 Stepney Street | 217 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 91 Courtney Street | 224 yd | |
| Indian Spice | Unit 3, Carmarthen Road | 516 yd | |
| Waun Wen Chippy | Unit 2, Carmarthen Road | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suga Foods & Wine | 313 Llangyfelach Road | 704 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 2 Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 1,045 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Parc Cwmdu, Carmarthen Road | 1,045 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.