Cefn Road is in Glais, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA7 9EZ is located in the Llansamlet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cefn Road, Glais, Swansea, SA7 9EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA7 9HQ, SA7 9HA, SA7 9HE, SA7 9HF, SA7 9ES, SA7 9EY, SA7 9EX, SA7 9TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA7 9EZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.9% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.1% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 SA7 9EZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 24.5% | 21.9% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 63.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 47.1% | 41.8% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 39.6% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 15.4% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 16.7% | 18.1% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 18.9% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 28.5% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 96% 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% | 96% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cefn Road was 18.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Llansamlet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cefn Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llansamlet and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Cefn Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-03-19 | £204,457 |
| 15 Cefn Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-04-05 | £337,044 |
| 18 Cefn Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2024-03-08 | £162,270 |
| 17 Cefn Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-12-14 | £345,989 |
| 39 Cefn Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-11-06 | £268,756 |
SA7 9EZ 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 SA7 9EZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glais Primary School School Road , Glais SA7 9EY | - not rated | 397 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontardawe Road , Clydach SA6 5NX | - not rated | 959 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Gellionnen Gellionnen Road , Clydach SA6 5HE | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craigfelen Primary School Woodside Crescent , Clydach SA6 5DP | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynystawe Primary School Clydach Road , Ynystawe SA6 5AY | - not rated | 1,811 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glais Rugby Football Club | Glais Rugby Club, Birchgrove Road | 370 yd | |
| Mond Valley Community Golf Club | Ynys Penllwch Road | 957 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 | 32.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.