Upper Fforest Way is in Swansea Enterprise Park, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA6 8QS is located in the Llansamlet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Fforest Way, Swansea Enterprise Park, Swansea, SA6 8QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA6 8QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 51.4% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 52.7% | 48.6% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA6 8QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.3% | 35% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 51.9% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.4% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.5% | 62.4% | -2.1% | 48.4% | 14.0% |
| Good health | 24.5% | 27.9% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 7.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around SA6 8QS this area, 6.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 6.1% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 21.4% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 41.7% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 96.2% | 97.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.4% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Fforest Way was 62.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.9% lower than the Llansamlet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Fforest Way has the 20th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llansamlet and the 378th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
SA6 8QS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 student residents living in SA6 8QS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 151 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Education | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneschool Global Uk Swansea Campus Sway Road , Morriston SA6 6JA | - not rated | 833 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Lon Las Walters Road , Llansamlet SA7 9RW | - not rated | 921 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Morriston Primary School Neath Road , Morriston SA6 8EP | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trallwn Primary School Glanywern Road , Trallwn SA7 9UJ | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyncollen Primary School Heol Dolfain , Ynysforgan SA6 6QF | - not rated | 1,939 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Mason Catering AJ' @ Selco | Upper Fforest Way | 57 yd | |
| ESS Government Services | The Richard Ley Development Centre, Upper Fforest Way | 318 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre | Premier Inn, Upper Fforest Way | 322 yd | |
| Sodexo DVLA-ROSB | Unit 2, Sandringham Park | 366 yd | |
| Rhian's Diner | Selco The builders warehouse ltd, 1a Upper Fforest Way | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fendrod | The Fendrod, Fendrod Way | 739 yd | |
| Plough and Harrow | 59 Church Road | 748 yd | |
| Samlet Social Club | 50 Samlet Road | 785 yd | |
| The Copper Pot | 125 Samlet Road | 940 yd | |
| Morriston Town Football Club | The Dingle, Off Clydach Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastline Kitchen | Unit 26, Ashmount Business Park, Upper Fforest Way | 224 yd | |
| Samlet Packed Meals | 134 Samlet Road | 785 yd | |
| Grace Garden | 131 Samlet Road | 920 yd | |
| Ali’s Kebab | 134a Samlet Road | 956 yd | |
| Wok u Like | 73 Sway Road | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Ltd, Heron Way | 469 yd | |
| Aldi | 96 Samlet Road | 785 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores Ltd, Nantyffin Road | 994 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Sway Road | 1,022 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farm Foods Ltd, Lion Way | 1,070 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.