Lon Carreg Bica is in Birchgrove, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA7 9QH is located in the Llansamlet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Swansea East. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lon Carreg Bica, Birchgrove, Swansea, SA7 9QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA7 9QJ, SA7 9ND, SA7 9QG, SA7 9QE, SA7 9NE, SA7 9NF, SA7 9PX, SA7 9RE, SA7 9NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA7 9QH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.4% | 49.5% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.5% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 SA7 9QH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 39.3% | 43.3% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 42.6% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9.6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 63.4% | 55% | -8.4% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 30.9% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 9.8% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 11.3% | 10.3% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 7.4% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 21.9% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 37% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Carreg Bica was 67.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% lower than the Llansamlet average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lon Carreg Bica has the 19th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llansamlet and the 353rd highest crime rate of 785 local areas in Swansea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Lon Carreg Bica, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-07-04 | £75,129 |
| 11 Lon Carreg Bica, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £131,250 | 2024-03-01 | £141,991 |
| 14 Lon Carreg Bica, Swansea, Swansea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-11-03 | £166,192 |
| 9 Lon Carreg Bica, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2021-10-08 | £127,600 |
| 3 Lon Carreg Bica, Swansea, Swansea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2021-05-10 | £68,058 |
SA7 9QH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 182 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchgrove Comprehensive School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove SA7 9NB | - not rated | 794 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary Heol Nant Bran , Bircgrove SA7 9LS | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talycopa Primary School Heol Hafdy , Llansamlet SA7 9RZ | - not rated | 1,629 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedffranc Primary School Stanley Road , Skewen SA10 6LP | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trallwn Primary School Glanywern Road , Trallwn SA7 9UJ | - not rated | 2,129 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 | 734 yd | |
| Lonlas Gospel Mission | Lonlas Avenue | 755 yd | |
| Plumbwise Cafe | Plumbwise, Siding Terrace | 986 yd | |
| BGA Cafe | Cafeteria, Lonlas Village Workshops | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Arms | 4 Birchgrove Road | 705 yd | |
| The Bridge End Inn Public House LTD | 265 Birchgrove Road | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birch Fish Bar | 313 Birchgrove Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Skewen Fish Bar | 1 Lucy Road | 1,076 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 155.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.