Wembley Road is in Ystalyfera, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA9 2NL 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 Wembley Road, Ystalyfera, Swansea, SA9 2NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2NN, SA9 2BS, SA9 2NA, SA9 2LZ, SA9 2NJ, SA9 2NW, SA9 2LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA9 2NL is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 44.7% | 46% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 55.3% | 54% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 | 24.4% | 37.4% | 13.0% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 43.2% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 10.8% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 8.6% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 47.8% | 40.7% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 34.6% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 13.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 23.7% | 18.7% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 8.6% | -11.2% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 16.5% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 9.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 23% | 13.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 23.7% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 93.2% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 99.4% | 95.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Buddhist | 3.7% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wembley Road was 19.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wembley Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera and the 55th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Wembley Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-03-29 | £125,139 |
| 9 Wembley Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £8,500 | 1998-11-06 | £37,716 |
SA9 2NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 34 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 2,172 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 4,722 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 5,114 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 | 723 yd | |
| Compass Cafe at Asda Cafe Franchise | c/o Asda Store, Parkwest Estate, Glan Yr Avon | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Pig | Ystalyfera Arms, Cyfyng Road | 156 yd | |
| Wernfawr Inn | Wern Fawr Inn, 47 Wern Road | 388 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Rugby Football and Cricket Club | Ystalyfera Rugby Club, Ffordd Glandwr | 723 yd | |
| Godre'r-graig Workingmens Club | Godre'r Graig Working Mens Clu, Glan Yr Avon | 727 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Kee Chinese Takeaway | 5 Wern Road | 388 yd | |
| Curry House | 10 Wern Road | 388 yd | |
| Pan's Thai Takeaway | Godre'r Graig Working Mens Club, Glan Yr Afon | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Parkwest Estate, Glan Yr Afon | 932 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.