West Crossways is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA8 4NE 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 West Crossways, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4NE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 4LT, SA8 4LF, SA8 4PU, SA8 4PT, SA8 4NJ, SA8 4ND, SA8 4NQ, SA8 4JG, SA8 4NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA8 4NE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.8% | 49.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 SA8 4NE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 35.7% | 42.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 36.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 13.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.7% | -0.8% | 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 | 51% | 52.8% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 29.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.1% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 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 | 25% | 22.3% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 15.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 18.7% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 24.6% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.8% | 98.2% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 99.3% | 97.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 97.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.7% | 37.2% | 18.5% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Crossways was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
West Crossways has the 8th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 West Crossways, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £211,500 | 2023-04-17 | £227,207 |
| 10 West Crossways, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-07-01 | £188,374 |
| 25 West Crossways, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2021-05-26 | £146,775 |
| 19 West Crossways, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2020-01-24 | £179,868 |
| 4 West Crossways, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2018-10-18 | £140,190 |
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydyfro Primary School Waun Penlan , Pontardawe SA8 3BB | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 1,217 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 1,258 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 1,400 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 | 337 yd | |
| The Ponty Cafe | 5 James Street | 380 yd | |
| Rosselli's Coffee House | 27 Herbert Street | 715 yd | |
| The Singing Kettle | 47 Herbert Street | 765 yd | |
| Cardamon | 52 Herbert Street | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontardawe Golf Club | Pontardawe Golf Club, Cefn Llan Road | 583 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 1 High Street | 599 yd | |
| The Pink Geranium | 31-33 Herbert Street | 735 yd | |
| Dillwyn Arms | Dillwyn Arms, Herbert Street | 736 yd | |
| Pontardawe Arts Centre | 60 Herbert Street | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bells Bakes | 7 East Crossways | 178 yd | |
| Powerbuilding Hardcore Gym Cafe | Fitness Studio, Church Street | 502 yd | |
| Flames Pizza | 21 High Street | 599 yd | |
| Cross Fish Bar | 19 High Street | 599 yd | |
| Waffle Town | 13-14 High Street | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Supermarkets | Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 889 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 3, Ffordd Parc Ynysderw | 1,026 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 | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.