Bethel Road is in Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA9 2PT is located in the Cwm-twrch 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 Bethel Road, Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea, SA9 2PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2PY, SA9 2PX, SA9 2PS, SA9 2QA, SA9 1DE, SA9 1DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 2PT has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 51.3% | 47% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 48.7% | 53% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 | 30.2% | 35.2% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 40.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 14.9% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 46.5% | 44.6% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 23.7% | 33.2% | 9.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 16% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.2% | 17.9% | -11.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 30% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bethel Road was 91.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.6% lower than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bethel Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 103rd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 Bethel Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-08-15 | £150,538 |
| 50 Bethel Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £179,995 | 2022-09-30 | £176,242 |
| 52 Bethel Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-12-10 | £298,085 |
| 47 Bethel Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-10-05 | £391,453 |
| 52 Bethel Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-04-15 | £155,572 |
SA9 2PT 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,246 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 3,819 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 4,141 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gavin and Stacey Cafe | Unit 207 Ystrad Ind Estate, Trawsffordd | 368 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Gurnos Road, Ystradgynlais | 765 yd | |
| Wind Road Service Station | Wind Road Service Station (Shop), Wind Road | 868 yd | |
| Colin Jones Pharmacy | 43 Gyrnosfa, Lower Cwmtwrch | 887 yd | |
| Ystradgynlais Foodbank | Remploy Building, Wind Road | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tafarn Twrch | 33 Heol Twrch, Lower Cwmtwrch | 526 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 43 Heol Twrch, Lower Cwmtwrch | 574 yd | |
| The Aubrey Arms | Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea | 598 yd | |
| The New Swan Hotel | New Swan Hotel, 50 Gurnos Road | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmphil Fish Bar | 11 Cwmphil Road, Lower Cwmtwrch | 303 yd | |
| The Pizza Place | 4 Capitol Buildings, Gurnos Road | 758 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Kebab | No 5, Capitol Buildings | 820 yd | |
| Ystalyfera Chinese | 39 Gurnos Road | 820 yd | |
| Tiffin Indian Restaurant | 4 Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Wind Road, Ystradgynlais | 1,032 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 | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.4% |
| 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 | 28.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.