Lon Gwesyn is in Birchgrove, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA7 9LD 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 Lon Gwesyn, Birchgrove, Swansea, SA7 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA7 9LX, SA7 9JU, SA7 9LE, SA7 9LH, SA7 9PJ, SA7 9QB, SA7 9QA, SA7 9NJ, SA7 9PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA7 9LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 50.1% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 52.4% | 49.9% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 34.4% | 41.7% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 39.7% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 11.3% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.3% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 43.5% | 41.2% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 32.2% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 16.8% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 7.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 SA7 9LD this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 29.8% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 11% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 12.4% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 17.7% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 19.4% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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% | 94.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.2% | 37.2% | 24.0% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Gwesyn was 102.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.1% higher than the Llansamlet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lon Gwesyn has the 12th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llansamlet and the 212th highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Lon Gwesyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2018-08-10 | £115,936 |
| 5 Lon Gwesyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2017-11-17 | £146,919 |
| 7 Lon Gwesyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-05-22 | £145,102 |
| 17 Lon Gwesyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2010-09-03 | £146,083 |
| 29 Lon Gwesyn, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2009-07-21 | £214,123 |
SA7 9LD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Other | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchgrove Comprehensive School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove SA7 9NB | - not rated | 360 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary Heol Nant Bran , Bircgrove SA7 9LS | - not rated | 367 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talycopa Primary School Heol Hafdy , Llansamlet SA7 9RZ | - not rated | 1,584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Lon Las Walters Road , Llansamlet SA7 9RW | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trallwn Primary School Glanywern Road , Trallwn SA7 9UJ | - not rated | 1,895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Birchgrove Road | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge End Inn Public House LTD | 265 Birchgrove Road | 240 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 346 Birchgrove Road | 534 yd | |
| Birchgrove RFC | Parc Bedw, Heol Dulais | 553 yd | |
| Bowen Arms | 4 Birchgrove Road | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birch Fish Bar | 313 Birchgrove Road | 370 yd | |
| Diplu's | Unit 2, Heol Nant Bran | 435 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 | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.9% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.