Bronywawr is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 4JY 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 Bronywawr, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 4JP, SA8 4JS, SA8 4JR, SA8 4LA, SA8 4JZ, SA8 4JL, SA8 4LL, SA8 4LJ, SA8 4LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA8 4JY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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% | 36% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 46.1% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.3% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 41.4% | 46.3% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 33.1% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 22% | 15.9% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 3.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 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 | 22.1% | 14.9% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.2% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 20.9% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 34.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 97% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.1% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bronywawr was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bronywawr has the 19th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 195th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Bronywawr, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-05-16 | £182,769 |
| 21 Bronywawr, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-10-23 | £243,443 |
| 28 Bronywawr, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-08-01 | £180,476 |
| 22 Bronywawr, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-07-31 | £165,501 |
| 30 Bronywawr, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-07-14 | £202,872 |
SA8 4JY 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 82 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 828 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydyfro Primary School Waun Penlan , Pontardawe SA8 3BB | - not rated | 1,236 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&A Grill | 15 Alltacham Drive | 121 yd | |
| The Ponty Cafe | 5 James Street | 488 yd | |
| Rosselli's Coffee House | 27 Herbert Street | 584 yd | |
| The Singing Kettle | 47 Herbert Street | 593 yd | |
| Cardamon | 52 Herbert Street | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Hotel | 1 High Street | 478 yd | |
| Pontardawe Golf Club | Pontardawe Golf Club, Cefn Llan Road | 488 yd | |
| The Pink Geranium | 31-33 Herbert Street | 587 yd | |
| Dillwyn Arms | Dillwyn Arms, Herbert Street | 587 yd | |
| Pontardawe Arts Centre | 60 Herbert Street | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponty Tandoori | 113 High Street | 278 yd | |
| Hing Tai Chinese Take Away | 115 High Street | 278 yd | |
| Bells Bakes | 7 East Crossways | 316 yd | |
| Powerbuilding Hardcore Gym Cafe | Fitness Studio, Church Street | 378 yd | |
| Flames Pizza | 21 High Street | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Supermarkets | Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 813 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 3, Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 864 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.