Birchfield Road is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 4PF 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 Birchfield Road, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 4PE, SA8 4PD, SA8 4PB, SA8 4LQ, SA8 4PX, SA8 4LE, SA8 4PA, SA8 4LD, SA8 4LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA8 4PF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 52.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 27.8% | 38.1% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 45% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 8.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 11% | 6.1% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 55.7% | 56.5% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 26.3% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 11.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 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 | 17.6% | 11.2% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 37.9% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
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 | 98.4% | 97.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchfield Road was 28.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.6% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birchfield Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 99th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardwyn, 6 Birchfield Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2020-12-01 | £527,856 |
| 2 Birchfield Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-04-13 | £329,128 |
| 2 Birchfield Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2014-03-07 | £254,904 |
| 9 Birchfield Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2008-02-15 | £218,053 |
| 9 Birchfield Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,500 | 2007-12-19 | £228,928 |
SA8 4PF 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SA8 4PF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 154 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 358 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 389 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 1,405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydyfro Primary School Waun Penlan , Pontardawe SA8 3BB | - not rated | 1,420 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 | 569 yd | |
| Sue's Cafe | Unit 1, Alloy Court Business Centre, Alloy Industrial Estate | 742 yd | |
| The Singing Kettle | 47 Herbert Street | 879 yd | |
| Cardamon | 52 Herbert Street | 880 yd | |
| Bar 98 | Jubilee Club, 98 Herbert Street | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontardawe Golf Club | Pontardawe Golf Club, Cefn Llan Road | 613 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 1 High Street | 838 yd | |
| Pontardawe Arts Centre | 60 Herbert Street | 840 yd | |
| The Pink Geranium | 31-33 Herbert Street | 894 yd | |
| Dillwyn Arms | Dillwyn Arms, Herbert Street | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponty Tandoori | 113 High Street | 459 yd | |
| Hing Tai Chinese Take Away | 115 High Street | 459 yd | |
| Bells Bakes | 7 East Crossways | 737 yd | |
| Powerbuilding Hardcore Gym Cafe | Fitness Studio, Church Street | 771 yd | |
| Flames Pizza | 21 High Street | 837 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.