Dinas Street is in Plasmarl, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA6 8LJ is located in the Landore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dinas Street, Plasmarl, Swansea, SA6 8LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA6 8LN, SA6 8JN, SA6 8LU, SA6 8LH, SA6 8JW, SA6 8LW, SA6 8LT, SA6 8LL, SA6 8LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA6 8LJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 48.8% | 49.3% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.7% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 SA6 8LJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% 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 | 50.8% | 44.7% | -6.1% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 27.9% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -16.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 8.2% | 6.3% | 2.2% | 6.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 11.4% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 48.8% | 43.5% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 37% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 26.7% | 25.5% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 16.8% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.6% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 24.1% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96% | 87.9% | -8.1% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 86.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 86.6% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 86.6% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.8% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dinas Street was 90.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.6% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dinas Street has the 61st highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle and the 247th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 Dinas Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-01-31 | £132,713 |
| 91 Dinas Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2024-08-16 | £121,663 |
| 88 Dinas Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-10-10 | £104,662 |
| 136 Dinas Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-07-14 | £138,548 |
| 89 Dinas Street, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £112,300 | 2023-03-31 | £125,628 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasmarl Primary School Britannia Road , Plasmarl SA6 8LH | - not rated | 189 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwyrosydd Primary Park Hill Terrace , Treboeth SA5 7DJ | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen-y-Bryn Glasbury Road , Morriston SA6 7PA | - not rated | 1,245 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Vaughan R.C. School Mynydd Garnlwyd Road , Morriston SA6 7QG | - not rated | 1,412 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrehafod School Pentremawr Road , Hafod SA1 2NN | - not rated | 1,595 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea City Football Club | Site off, Beaufort Road | 198 yd | |
| HSBC Bank | Matrix One, 1 Matrix Park | 674 yd | |
| Swansea Indoor Bowls Club Bar | Unit 8 Beaufort Court, Plasmarl Industrial Estate, Beaufort Road | 759 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 17a, Morfa Shopping Park, Brunel Way | 844 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Unit 3, Morfa Shopping Park, Brunel Way | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Inn | 311 Neath Road | 250 yd | |
| Coopers Arms | 287 Neath Road | 250 yd | |
| Ivorites Arms | 4 Dinas Street | 502 yd | |
| The Wern Inn | 48 Siloh Road | 902 yd | |
| Station Inn | 18-19 Hamilton Street | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | 329 Neath Road | 250 yd | |
| Rossi Fish and Chip Shop | 235-240 Neath Road | 665 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 | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.