Delffordd is in Rhos, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 3ED is located in the Rhos electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Delffordd, Rhos, Swansea, SA8 3ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 3EG, SA8 3EQ, SA8 3HG, SA8 3ER, SA8 3EB, SA8 3FA, SA8 3DR, SA8 3EW, SA8 3EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA8 3ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.5% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.5% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.6% | 37.5% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 46.7% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 53.7% | 54.1% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 22.6% | 27.9% | 5.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 13.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 3% | -5.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 21.5% | 15.8% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.4% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 35.8% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 5% | 1.8% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.2% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.8% | 98.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Delffordd was 50.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.7% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Delffordd has the 18th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 197th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 91.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Delffordd, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2025-02-14 | £179,678 |
| 5 Delffordd, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2018-08-17 | £188,845 |
| 3 Delffordd, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,620 | 2004-02-27 | £208,037 |
| 3 Delffordd, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,620 | 2004-02-27 | £208,037 |
| 1 Delffordd, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2000-09-01 | £243,692 |
SA8 3ED 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 179 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhos Primary School Neath Road , Rhos SA8 3EB | - not rated | 88 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 1,651 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 1,853 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 2,073 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhos Chip Shop / Fat Boy Wingz | 39 New Road | 618 yd | |
| Ricksha & Maximum Effect Burgers | 3 High Street | 1,054 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.