Graig Y Pal is in Glais, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA7 9HP 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 Graig Y Pal, Glais, Swansea, SA7 9HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA7 9HH, SA7 9EW, SA7 9FA, SA7 9HT, SA7 9ER, SA7 9JB, SA7 9EN, SA7 9HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA7 9HP is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 49.8% | 46.7% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 53.3% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 | 27.4% | 33.8% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 45.1% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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% | 50% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 25.6% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 18.2% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 3.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 19.3% | 11.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 17.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.9% | 10.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.1% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 34.1% | 11.0% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Graig Y Pal was 95.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.7% higher than the Clydach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Graig Y Pal has the 15th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Clydach and the 227th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lletty-Wiwer Graig Y Pal, Swansea, Swansea Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-09-20 | £359,859 |
| 11 Graig Y Pal, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2020-11-20 | £373,809 |
| 11 Graig Y Pal, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-05-21 | £357,627 |
| Graig Y Pal House Graig Y Pal, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2001-09-28 | £830,164 |
| 12 Graig Y Pal, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1998-06-19 | £276,512 |
SA7 9HP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glais Primary School School Road , Glais SA7 9EY | - not rated | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontardawe Road , Clydach SA6 5NX | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Gellionnen Gellionnen Road , Clydach SA6 5HE | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Comprehensive School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove SA7 9NB | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary Heol Nant Bran , Bircgrove SA7 9LS | - not rated | 2,145 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 299 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 | 85.7% |
| 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 | 14.3% |
| Median download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.