Faraday Road is in Clydach, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA6 5JT is located in the Clydach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gower. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Faraday Road, Clydach, Swansea, SA6 5JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA6 5HE, SA6 5JP, SA6 5JN, SA6 5HH, SA6 5LB, SA6 5JW, SA6 5LD, SA6 5LA, SA6 5JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA6 5JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.5% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.5% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 30% | 33.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 40% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 9.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 46% | 39.9% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 35.5% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 13.2% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 7.9% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 26.6% | 20.7% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 12.2% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.2% | 17.6% | -6.6% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 8.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 24.5% | 15.8% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.5% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.8% | 97.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 32.8% | 46.2% | -13.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 12.2% | 6.0% | 6.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Faraday Road was 17.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Clydach average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Faraday Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Clydach and the 116th lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Faraday Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2012-12-07 | £247,532 |
| 2 Faraday Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £163,500 | 2011-12-16 | £276,430 |
| 2 Faraday Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2000-12-21 | £233,423 |
| 2 Faraday Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2000-12-21 | £229,747 |
| 2 Faraday Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1997-12-19 | £212,702 |
SA6 5JT 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 | 58 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Gellionnen Gellionnen Road , Clydach SA6 5HE | - not rated | 182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craigfelen Primary School Woodside Crescent , Clydach SA6 5DP | - not rated | 867 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontardawe Road , Clydach SA6 5NX | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glais Primary School School Road , Glais SA7 9EY | - not rated | 2,068 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynystawe Primary School Clydach Road , Ynystawe SA6 5AY | - not rated | 2,147 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam 'n' Ben's | 2 Heol Eithrim | 355 yd | |
| Cwtch Corner | 13 Vardre Road | 661 yd | |
| The Nickel | 1 Capel Buildings | 680 yd | |
| Mimi and Kiki's | 55 High Street | 724 yd | |
| Chilli Too Limited | 53 High Street | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clydach Cricket Club | Clydach Cricket Club, Waverley Park | 395 yd | |
| Sunnybank Workmens Club | 132-134 Lone Road | 502 yd | |
| The Village Tavern | 93-94 High Street | 678 yd | |
| Overdraft | 41 High Street | 740 yd | |
| Vardre RFC | High Street | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phool Koli | 64 Lone Road | 236 yd | |
| Clydach Fish Bar | 6 Capel Buildings | 680 yd | |
| Clydach Kebab House | 11 Capel Buildings | 680 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5 Capel Buildings | 680 yd | |
| Red Sun Chinese Takeaway | 4 Capel Buildings | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | High Street | 707 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.