Wharf Cottages is in Gurnos, Swansea and in Powys district. SA9 1BY is located in the Cwm-twrch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharf Cottages, Gurnos, Swansea, SA9 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 1BX, SA9 1EP, SA9 2LA, SA9 1BZ, SA9 1DD, SA9 1JW, SA9 1EH, SA9 1DB, SA9 2JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA9 1BY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 45.1% | 49% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 SA9 1BY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 31.1% | 42.7% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 37.3% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 48.5% | 49.7% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 30.1% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 27% | 19.3% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 8.3% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 7.6% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.3% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 27.2% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 95.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.6% | 96% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.9% | 37.2% | 25.7% |
| Christian | 28.7% | 46.2% | -17.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Cottages was 80.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.0% lower than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wharf Cottages has the 16th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 120th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 88.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Wharf Cottages, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2001-05-17 | £246,736 |
SA9 1BY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 722 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 3,699 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 4,700 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 5,019 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 5,019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gavin and Stacey Cafe | Unit 207 Ystrad Ind Estate, Trawsffordd | 239 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Gurnos Road, Ystradgynlais | 345 yd | |
| Wind Road Service Station | Wind Road Service Station (Shop), Wind Road | 362 yd | |
| The Clock Works | Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 470 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Foodbank | Remploy Building, Wind Road | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aubrey Arms | Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea | 115 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 576 yd | |
| Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd | Ynyscedwyn Road, Ystradgynlais | 981 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Football Club | Football, Cricket & Rugby Pavilion, The Recreation Ground | 981 yd | |
| Glanrhyd Coronation Club | Glannant, Glanrhyd | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmphil Fish Bar | 11 Cwmphil Road, Lower Cwmtwrch | 292 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 4 Capitol Buildings, Gurnos Road | 377 yd | |
| Tiffin Indian Restaurant | 4 Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 378 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Kebab | No 5, Capitol Buildings | 527 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Chinese | 39 Gurnos Road | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 476 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.