Gwrhyd Road is in Rhiwfawr, Swansea and in Lliw Valley district. SA9 2SA 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 Gwrhyd Road, Rhiwfawr, Swansea, SA9 2SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA9 2SA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 50.6% | 52.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.4% | 33% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 39.8% | -12.9% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5% | 13.6% | 8.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 18.4% | 10.2% | -8.2% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 42.6% | 43.1% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 33.8% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 15.1% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 34.8% | 21.1% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 18.8% | 12.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 29.1% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwrhyd Road was 49.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% lower than the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gwrhyd Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera and the 190th lowest crime rate of 479 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graig Y Betting Gwrhyd Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2011-10-14 | £337,262 |
| Graig Y Betting Gwrhyd Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1996-08-09 | £227,455 |
| Graig Y Betting Gwrhyd Road, Swansea, West Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £47,500 | 1995-11-24 | £226,180 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Gwrhyd Road, Rhiwfawr, Swansea, SA9 2SA has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Gwrhyd Road, Rhiwfawr, Swansea, SA9 2SA has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
SA9 2SA 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol G.G.D. Rhiwfawr Rhiw Road , Rhiwfawr SA9 2RF | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YG Y Wern Clare Road , Ystalyfera SA9 2AJ | - not rated | 2,709 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 2,903 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmtwrch Heol Twrch , Lower Cwmtwrch SA9 2TD | - not rated | 3,185 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Ystalyfera Glan Yr Afon , Ystalyfera SA9 2JJ | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.