Capel Road is in Clydach, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA6 5PY 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 Capel Road, Clydach, Swansea, SA6 5PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA6 5PU, SA6 5NJ, SA6 5NS, SA6 5PL, SA6 5NY, SA6 5PZ, SA6 5PE, SA6 5QU, SA6 5PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA6 5PY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 48.9% | 48.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 51.1% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 23.5% | 32.9% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 47.3% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.3% | -2.2% | 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 | 39.2% | 44.8% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.2% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 19% | 16.8% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 6.8% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 17.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 11.8% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 11.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 26.6% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.7% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.1% | 96.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Capel Road was 80.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.9% higher than the Clydach average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Capel Road has the 24th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Clydach and the 291st highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 43.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Capel Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-02-08 | £173,440 |
| 80 Capel Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-02-01 | £177,705 |
| 74 Capel Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2022-02-18 | £198,358 |
| 90 Capel Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-04-23 | £155,227 |
| 88 Capel Road, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-07-31 | £206,607 |
SA6 5PY 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontardawe Road , Clydach SA6 5NX | - not rated | 513 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Gellionnen Gellionnen Road , Clydach SA6 5HE | - not rated | 608 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craigfelen Primary School Woodside Crescent , Clydach SA6 5DP | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glais Primary School School Road , Glais SA7 9EY | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Trebannws Swansea Road , Trebannws SA8 4BL | - not rated | 2,141 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwtch Corner | 13 Vardre Road | 455 yd | |
| Mond Valley Community Golf Club | Ynys Penllwch Road | 464 yd | |
| The Nickel | 1 Capel Buildings | 509 yd | |
| Mimi and Kiki's | 55 High Street | 825 yd | |
| Chilli Too Limited | 53 High Street | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clydach Cricket Club | Clydach Cricket Club, Waverley Park | 478 yd | |
| The Village Tavern | 93-94 High Street | 639 yd | |
| Overdraft | 41 High Street | 871 yd | |
| Vardre RFC | High Street | 977 yd | |
| Riverbank Restaurant | 1 High Street | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clydach Fish Bar | 6 Capel Buildings | 509 yd | |
| Clydach Kebab House | 11 Capel Buildings | 509 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 5 Capel Buildings | 509 yd | |
| Red Sun Chinese Takeaway | 4 Capel Buildings | 509 yd | |
| Yummies | 51b High Street | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | High Street | 732 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% |
| Median download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.