Rhiwfawr Road is in Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA9 2QT 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 Rhiwfawr Road, Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea, SA9 2QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2QY, SA9 2QZ, SA9 2TJ, SA9 2TE, SA9 2TN, SA9 2PP, SA9 2TW, SA9 2QU, SA9 2SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA9 2QT 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 Rhiwfawr 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.
Rhiwfawr 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynawel Rhiwfawr Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-05-18 | £210,506 |
| Hafod Lon Rhiwfawr Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2010-10-19 | £264,472 |
| Hafod Lon Rhiwfawr Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2004-10-22 | £168,787 |
| Hafod Lon Rhiwfawr Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2002-02-22 | £221,023 |
| Hafod Lon Rhiwfawr Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 1999-08-13 | £237,714 |
SA9 2QT 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 | 2,093 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 3,322 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 3,901 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 Crown Inn | 43 Heol Twrch, Lower Cwmtwrch | 287 yd | |
| Tafarn Twrch | 33 Heol Twrch, Lower Cwmtwrch | 347 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 | 45 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.