Alltygrug Road is in Ystalyfera, Swansea and in Swansea district. SA9 2AA is located in the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alltygrug Road, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2HR, SA9 2AH, SA9 2ND, SA9 2AQ, SA9 2HP, SA9 2AB, SA9 2AJ, SA9 2LL, SA9 2AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 2AA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 52.9% | 48.4% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 51.6% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 39.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 34.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 18% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 5.2% | -6.6% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.7%) 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 | 39.4% | 36.6% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 30.1% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 20.8% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 8.2% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 6.7% | 4.3% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 16.5% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.7% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19.8% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 21.4% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 22.6% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.6% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.7% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.9% | 94.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 94.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alltygrug Road was 37.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alltygrug Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera and the 138th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Alltygrug Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-02-10 | £186,107 |
| 7 Alltygrug Road, Swansea, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2020-06-16 | £102,302 |
| 5 Alltygrug Road, Swansea, Swansea Terraced, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2004-10-15 | £136,540 |
| 2 Alltygrug Road, Swansea, Swansea Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2002-08-02 | £152,228 |
| 13 Alltygrug Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2001-06-29 | £187,087 |
SA9 2AA 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 2,720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 4,619 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 5,122 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The "Van" | Ystalyfera Rugby Club, Ffordd Glandwr | 487 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Gurnos Road, Ystradgynlais | 754 yd | |
| Wind Road Service Station | Wind Road Service Station (Shop), Wind Road | 883 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Foodbank | Remploy Building, Wind Road | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wernfawr Inn | Wern Fawr Inn, 47 Wern Road | 221 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Rugby Football and Cricket Club | Ystalyfera Rugby Club, Ffordd Glandwr | 487 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 512 yd | |
| The Flying Pig | Ystalyfera Arms, Cyfyng Road | 674 yd | |
| The Aubrey Arms | Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry House | 10 Wern Road | 202 yd | |
| Ming Kee Chinese Takeaway | 5 Wern Road | 221 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Chinese | 39 Gurnos Road | 539 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Kebab | No 5, Capitol Buildings | 539 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 4 Capitol Buildings, Gurnos Road | 701 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 | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.