Verig Street is in Manselton, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA5 9NQ 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 Verig Street, Manselton, Swansea, SA5 9NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA5 9NJ, SA5 9LD, SA5 9LB, SA5 9NE, SA5 9NH, SA5 9NL, SA5 9ND, SA5 9NX, SA5 9PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA5 9NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 51.9% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 44.6% | 48.1% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 9NQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 39.4% | 45.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 41.1% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 58.5% | 49% | -9.5% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 30.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 10.7% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 27% | 21.1% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 26.2% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 93.2% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 98% | 92.8% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 91.9% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Portugal | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Verig Street was 119.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.6% higher than the Cwmbwrla average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Verig Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Cwmbwrla and the 169th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Verig Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-03-31 | £102,457 |
| 6 Verig Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-10-07 | £88,004 |
| 42 Verig Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2024-05-20 | £134,956 |
| 32 Verig Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-01-31 | £153,603 |
| 12 Verig Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2023-06-28 | £152,160 |
SA5 9NQ 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waun Wen Primary School Lion Street , Waun Wen SA1 2BZ | - not rated | 662 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Odo Street , Hafod SA1 2LT | - not rated | 700 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Crug Glas Croft Street , SA1 1QA | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwyrosydd Primary Park Hill Terrace , Treboeth SA5 7DJ | - not rated | 1,440 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiks | 189 Llangyfelach Road | 280 yd | |
| Kaths Korner Kafe | 87b Robert Street | 354 yd | |
| Cosy Cabin | 132 Eaton Road | 366 yd | |
| Manselton Youth Group | Manselton Community Centre, Elgin Street | 543 yd | |
| Cafe 449 | 449 Llangyfelach Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Inn | 294 Llangyfelach Road | 190 yd | |
| Manselton Social Club | 45 Major Street | 234 yd | |
| Maggie Dicks | Maggie Dicks, Llangyfelach Road | 280 yd | |
| Cwmfelin Social Club | Cwmfelin Social Welfare Club, Courtney Street | 341 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 7-9 Mysydd road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Fish Bar | 137 Eaton Road | 277 yd | |
| Wokpan | 191 Llangyfelach Road | 280 yd | |
| Mandarin Packed Meals | 325 Llangyfelach Road | 296 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 91 Courtney Street | 340 yd | |
| Brynhyfryd Palace | 130 Eaton Road | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suga Foods & Wine | 313 Llangyfelach Road | 190 yd | |
| CK's Supermarket Ltd | 460 Llangyfelach Road | 736 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 | 143.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.