Penygraig Road is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 3BS is located in the Allt-wen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penygraig Road, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 3BP, SA8 3BR, SA8 3BW, SA8 3BT, SA8 3BN, SA8 3AQ, SA8 3BD, SA8 3AJ, SA8 3BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA8 3BS has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.2% | 49% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 25.9% | 28.9% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 44.6% | -12.9% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.8% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 53.9% | 51.8% | -2.1% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 21.7% | 26.2% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -7.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 14.9% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 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 | 18.4% | 21.1% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 8.6% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 9.2% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 38.2% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.5% | 99.2% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penygraig Road was 45.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.6% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penygraig Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 175th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2024-12-10 | £228,520 |
| 1 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2024-09-02 | £342,365 |
| 21 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2023-06-23 | £660,952 |
| 11 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-08-11 | £564,072 |
| 17 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2021-11-25 | £277,556 |
SA8 3BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Other | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 321 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos Primary School Neath Road , Rhos SA8 3EB | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 1,399 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 1,521 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ricksha & Maximum Effect Burgers | 3 High Street | 179 yd | |
| Sue's Cafe | Unit 1, Alloy Court Business Centre, Alloy Industrial Estate | 697 yd | |
| Bar 98 | Jubilee Club, 98 Herbert Street | 734 yd | |
| Tamarind (Purple Panda Ltd) | 65 Herbert Street | 797 yd | |
| Indian Cottage (Swansea) Ltd | 69 Herbert Street | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwyn Arms | Gwyn Arms, Gwyns Place | 253 yd | |
| Pontardawe Rugby Club | Pontardawe Rugby Club, Ynysderw Road | 679 yd | |
| The Other Place | The Other Place, 9 Ynysderw Road | 679 yd | |
| Pontardawe Inn Y Gwachel | 123 Herbert Street | 797 yd | |
| Pontardawe Arts Centre | 60 Herbert Street | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj Kitchen | 9 Ynisderw Road | 698 yd | |
| Little Trams Cafe | 75 Herbert Street | 787 yd | |
| Pontardawe Fish Bar | 74 Herbert Street | 789 yd | |
| Emmas Pizza | 67 Herbert Street | 797 yd | |
| Golden Triangle | 56 Herbert Street | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 3, Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 679 yd | |
| Lidl Supermarkets | Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 874 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 | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.