Swansea Road is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 4AB is located in the Pontardawe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swansea Road, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 4AD, SA8 4AH, SA8 4HU, SA8 4EB, SA8 4HX, SA8 4AE, SA8 4ER, SA8 4JA, SA8 4AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA8 4AB is primarily male, with 56.3% 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 | 44.2% | 43.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -7.2% |
| Male | 55.8% | 56.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 7.3% |
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 | 34.6% | 36.6% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.9% | 26.9% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 3.8% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 14.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 8.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.6% | 29.3% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -19.1% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 37.5% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 19.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 13.4% | 7.7% | -5.7% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 5.8% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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.
In the area around SA8 4AB this area, 30.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 30.7% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 6.9% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 17.5% | 6.0% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 11.1% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 24.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.5% | 93.8% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 87.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 87.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 8.6% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 1.9% | -4.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 87.5% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 5.8% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.3% | 76.7% | -10.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% |
| Turkey | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swansea Road was 168.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.0% higher than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swansea Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 50th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Swansea Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2025-04-02 | £132,838 |
| Avenue Garage Swansea Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-10-16 | £166,928 |
| 4 Swansea Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £103,750 | 2020-07-09 | £137,069 |
| 6 Swansea Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2020-02-10 | £75,741 |
| 10 Swansea Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2013-08-30 | £82,276 |
SA8 4AB 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.
| Retired | 52 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 545 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 707 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 853 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 1,327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Trebannws Swansea Road , Trebannws SA8 4BL | - not rated | 1,361 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosselli's Coffee House | 27 Herbert Street | 148 yd | |
| The Singing Kettle | 47 Herbert Street | 215 yd | |
| Cardamon | 52 Herbert Street | 224 yd | |
| The Ponty Cafe | 5 James Street | 298 yd | |
| Indian Cottage (Swansea) Ltd | 69 Herbert Street | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pink Geranium | 31-33 Herbert Street | 174 yd | |
| Dillwyn Arms | Dillwyn Arms, Herbert Street | 175 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 1 High Street | 176 yd | |
| Pontardawe Arts Centre | 60 Herbert Street | 299 yd | |
| Pontardawe Inn Y Gwachel | 123 Herbert Street | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Garden | 41 Herbert Street | 174 yd | |
| Waffle Town | 13-14 High Street | 176 yd | |
| Cross Fish Bar | 19 High Street | 176 yd | |
| Flames Pizza | 21 High Street | 177 yd | |
| Golden Triangle | 56 Herbert Street | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Supermarkets | Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 215 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 3, Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 380 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 | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| 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.