Heol Rhosyn is in Morriston, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA6 6EJ is located in the Morriston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Rhosyn, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 6EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA6 6EH, SA6 6DX, SA6 6ED, SA6 6EL, SA6 6DU, SA6 6JT, SA6 6EB, SA6 6EN, SA6 6ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA6 6EJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 52% | 48.4% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 48% | 51.6% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.7% | 37.4% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 42.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 7.5% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 10.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 33.3% | 41% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 33.1% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 18.7% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 6.4% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.5% | 22.8% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.2% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 19.3% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.2% | 7% | -2.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 18.9% | 12.3% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 18.4% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 95.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 94% | 90.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 6.3% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 90.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Rhosyn was 152.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 118.6% higher than the Clydach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Rhosyn has the 9th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Clydach and the 112th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Heol Rhosyn, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2024-11-29 | £203,449 |
| 23 Heol Rhosyn, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-03-10 | £193,973 |
| 2 Heol Rhosyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2022-11-07 | £122,231 |
| 24 Heol Rhosyn, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2016-09-29 | £158,751 |
| 24 Heol Rhosyn, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2016-09-29 | £177,100 |
SA6 6EJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA6 6EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmrhydyceirw Primary School Maes Y Gwernen Road , Morriston SA6 6LL | - not rated | 592 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Morriston Comprehensive School Heol Maes Eglwys , Morriston SA6 6NH | - not rated | 953 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Swansea Campus Sway Road , Morriston SA6 6JA | - not rated | 967 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyncollen Primary School Heol Dolfain , Ynysforgan SA6 6QF | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Morriston Primary School Neath Road , Morriston SA6 8EP | - not rated | 1,519 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morriston Golf Club- Catering | 160 Clasemont Road | 407 yd | |
| The Midland Hotel | 115 Clydach Road | 777 yd | |
| Luncheon Club | Morriston Community Centre, Pentrepoeth Road | 877 yd | |
| Cafe Dessert | 112 Clase Road | 953 yd | |
| Cafe Memo | 128 Woodfield Street | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morriston RFC | Maes Collen, Chemical Road | 356 yd | |
| The Deers Leap | Deers Leap, Heol Maes Eglwys | 687 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion Hotel, 49 Sway Road | 776 yd | |
| Morriston Town Football Club | The Dingle, Off Clydach Road | 823 yd | |
| Fountain Inn | 12 Woodfield Street | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Indian Takeaway | 175 Chemical Road | 248 yd | |
| Golden House Chinese Takeaway | 17 Cwmrhydyceirw Road | 271 yd | |
| Wok u Like | 73 Sway Road | 776 yd | |
| Vicarage Road Chippy | 86 Vicarage Road | 818 yd | |
| Jubo Raj | 8 Sway Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Sway Road | 776 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.