Cwmtawe Road is in Ystradgynlais, Swansea and in Powys district. SA9 1QU 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 Cwmtawe Road, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 1QX, SA9 1RH, SA9 1RB, SA9 1RQ, SA9 1RN, SA9 1QT, SA9 1RL, SA9 1RP, SA9 1RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 1QU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 53.7% | 47.1% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 46.3% | 52.9% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 28.8% | 41.8% | 13.0% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 37.3% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 19.2% | 11.2% | -8.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 40.1% | 44.9% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 28.7% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 12.9% | 7.2% | -5.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 19.4% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 16.4% | 5.2% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 23.9% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 15.7% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cwmtawe Road was 177.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.4% higher than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cwmtawe Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 39th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 139.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 221.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Cwmtawe Road, Swansea, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-07-15 | £239,669 |
| 29 Cwmtawe Road, Swansea, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-08-10 | £140,352 |
| 38 Cwmtawe Road, Swansea, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-07-21 | £175,188 |
| 5 Cwmtawe Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-05-21 | £480,320 |
| 18 Cwmtawe Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-03-24 | £343,530 |
SA9 1QU 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 | 50 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 2,778 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,718 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,718 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beths Kitchen | Penrhos Social Club & Institute, 329 Brecon Road | 156 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Community Centre | Hendre Ladus, Ystradgynlais | 506 yd | |
| TLT Store & Supermarket (Premier) | 160 Brecon Road, Brecon Road | 570 yd | |
| Pulse Form & Fitness | Unit 2 Caerbont Industrial Estate, Abercrave | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrhos Social Club | 329 Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais | 156 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 | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.