Commercial Street is in Ystradgynlais, Swansea and in Powys district. SA9 1HD is located in the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais 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 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 1JH, SA9 1NT, SA9 1EY, SA9 1BR, SA9 1HE, SA9 1LA, SA9 1HA, SA9 1JT, SA9 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA9 1HD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55% | 50.8% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45% | 49.2% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 21.3% | 31.3% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 39.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 11.4% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 21.3% | 15.6% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
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 (65.8%) 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 | 32.3% | 38.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 27.5% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 24.6% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 11.9% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 8.8% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0.8% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 23.3% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 10% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 17.6% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 21% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.9% | 95% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.1% | 96.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.3% | 13.5% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 161.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.7% higher than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 40th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 - 12 Commercial Street, Swansea, Powys Other, an established residential building | £350 | 2023-04-28 | £350 |
| 18 Commercial Street, Swansea, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-03-30 | £174,861 |
| 2 Commercial Street, Swansea, Powys Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2021-01-29 | £55,389 |
| 20 Commercial Street, Swansea, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2020-09-18 | £110,993 |
| 11 Commercial Street, Swansea, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2019-08-07 | £115,979 |
SA9 1HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in SA9 1HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,924 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,924 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 5,243 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 5,349 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| J G Davies | The Pharmacy, Commercial Street | 7 yd | |
| Pictons Hotel, Tapas and Wine Bar | 2 Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais | 62 yd | |
| Merlins | 44-46 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 93 yd | |
| Deli-Licious | 7 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 105 yd | |
| Loaf Kitchen Bar | 8 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 105 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ynyscedwyn Arms Hotel | 53 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 150 yd | |
| Gough Constitutional Workingmens Clu | Club Lane, Ystradgynlais | 151 yd | |
| Penybont Inn | Heol Giedd, Cwmgiedd | 270 yd | |
| Cafe Chameleon | at the Gough Arms, Glantawe Row | 685 yd | |
| Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd | Ynyscedwyn Road, Ystradgynlais | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Temp Fish Bar | 26-28 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 7 yd | |
| Rice N Spice | 10-12 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 7 yd | |
| Geraghtys Gelato | 1 Temperance Lane, Ystradgynlais | 39 yd | |
| Central House Catering Ltd | 10 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 105 yd | |
| Yummies | 15 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 105 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.