Wind Road is in Ystradgynlais, Swansea and in Powys district. SA9 2JX is located in the Ynyscedwyn 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 Wind Road, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 2JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 1AE, SA9 2JU, SA9 2JZ, SA9 2JR, SA9 2JP, SA9 1AD, SA9 2JY, SA9 2JN, SA9 2JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 2JX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.2% | 48.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA9 2JX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.1% | 24.9% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 56.7% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.5% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 7.8% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 39.8% | 40.4% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 36.7% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 10.2% | -6.7% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 19.7% | 14.4% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8.4% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 9.3% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 13% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 7.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 18.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 33.5% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 99.2% | 97.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wind Road was 193.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.2% higher than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Wind Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 34th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House, 4 Wind Road, Swansea, Powys Other, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-12-13 | £243,483 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SA9 2JX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 3,445 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 4,849 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 4,931 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 4,931 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Road Service Station | Wind Road Service Station (Shop), Wind Road | 36 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Foodbank | Remploy Building, Wind Road | 125 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Gurnos Road, Ystradgynlais | 195 yd | |
| The Clock Works | Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 233 yd | |
| Gavin and Stacey Cafe | Unit 207 Ystrad Ind Estate, Trawsffordd | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aubrey Arms | Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea | 302 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 400 yd | |
| Glanrhyd Coronation Club | Glannant, Glanrhyd | 775 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Rugby Football and Cricket Club | Ystalyfera Rugby Club, Ffordd Glandwr | 862 yd | |
| Wernfawr Inn | Wern Fawr Inn, 47 Wern Road | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Indian Restaurant | 4 Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 2 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 4 Capitol Buildings, Gurnos Road | 245 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Kebab | No 5, Capitol Buildings | 381 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Chinese | 39 Gurnos Road | 381 yd | |
| Fortune House | 84 Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 211 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.