Derwen Road is in Ystradgynlais, Swansea and in Brecknock district. SA9 1HL 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 Derwen Road, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 1HP, SA9 1JT, SA9 1HS, SA9 1HW, SA9 1HR, SA9 1HH, SA9 1JX, SA9 1JZ, SA9 1HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 1HL has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 30.8% | 32.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 48.5% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 11.7% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 47.1% | 44.3% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 28.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 16.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 7.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 | 25.8% | 23.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 6.1% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5.8% | -1.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 32.7% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96% | 97.4% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.4% | 96.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 96.5% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwen Road was 152.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.8% higher than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwen Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 43rd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 97.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Derwen Road, Swansea, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-08-22 | £266,012 |
| Powys Training Derwen Road, Swansea, Powys Other, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2024-06-06 | £84,097 |
| 4 Derwen Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2021-04-07 | £321,101 |
| 4 Derwen Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2018-09-07 | £239,780 |
| 6 Derwen Road, Swansea, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-01-27 | £243,375 |
SA9 1HL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,867 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,867 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 5,410 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 | 297 yd | |
| Merlins | 44-46 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 315 yd | |
| Pictons Hotel, Tapas and Wine Bar | 2 Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais | 331 yd | |
| Deli-Licious | 7 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 367 yd | |
| Loaf Kitchen Bar | 8 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 367 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penybont Inn | Heol Giedd, Cwmgiedd | 180 yd | |
| The Ynyscedwyn Arms Hotel | 53 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 286 yd | |
| Gough Constitutional Workingmens Clu | Club Lane, Ystradgynlais | 339 yd | |
| Cafe Chameleon | at the Gough Arms, Glantawe Row | 973 yd | |
| Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd | Ynyscedwyn Road, Ystradgynlais | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geraghtys Gelato | 1 Temperance Lane, Ystradgynlais | 285 yd | |
| Rice N Spice | 10-12 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 297 yd | |
| The Old Temp Fish Bar | 26-28 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais | 297 yd | |
| Central House Catering Ltd | 10 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 367 yd | |
| Yummies | 15 Station Road, Ystradgynlais | 367 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 | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.