Wern Road is in Ystalyfera, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA9 2LX 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 Wern Road, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2LY, SA9 2BN, SA9 2NB, SA9 2BP, SA9 2NE, SA9 2HP, SA9 2LP, SA9 2NQ, SA9 2ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA9 2LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 53.2% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 46.8% | 46.8% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA9 2LX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.5% | 42.6% | 13.1% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 31.7% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 14.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (69.1%) 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 | 35.9% | 41.2% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 27.9% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 21% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 25.7% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 9.4% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 18.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 27.2% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97% | 97.9% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 95.2% | 98.7% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 98.7% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wern Road was 99.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.4% higher than the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wern Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera and the 128th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Wern Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2025-10-17 | £50,000 |
| 7 Wern Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £38,500 | 2023-11-10 | £39,316 |
| 63 Wern Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-04-11 | £143,692 |
| 7 Wern Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2021-03-16 | £62,239 |
| 17 Wern Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £50,500 | 2021-03-04 | £62,861 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,706 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 4,740 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 5,018 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 | 423 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Gurnos Road, Ystradgynlais | 927 yd | |
| Wind Road Service Station | Wind Road Service Station (Shop), Wind Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wernfawr Inn | Wern Fawr Inn, 47 Wern Road | 1 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Rugby Football and Cricket Club | Ystalyfera Rugby Club, Ffordd Glandwr | 423 yd | |
| The Flying Pig | Ystalyfera Arms, Cyfyng Road | 462 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 676 yd | |
| Godre'r-graig Workingmens Club | Godre'r Graig Working Mens Clu, Glan Yr Avon | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Kee Chinese Takeaway | 5 Wern Road | 1 yd | |
| Curry House | 10 Wern Road | 37 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Chinese | 39 Gurnos Road | 714 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Kebab | No 5, Capitol Buildings | 714 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 4 Capitol Buildings, Gurnos Road | 878 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.