Glyncynwal Road is in Upper Cwmtwrch, Swansea and in Brecknock district. SA9 2UN 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 Glyncynwal Road, Upper Cwmtwrch, Swansea, SA9 2UN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2US, SA9 2UW, SA9 2UP, SA9 2UL, SA9 2TZ, SA9 2UF, SA9 2UR, SA9 2RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA9 2UN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 52.3% | 47.5% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 47.7% | 52.5% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 37.1% | 37.4% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 44.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 8.4% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 45.1% | 45.7% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 30.2% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 18.5% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.8% | 18.5% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 12.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.4% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 34.6% | 14.1% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 97.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
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 | 99.3% | 96.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 95.1% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glyncynwal Road was 75.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% lower than the Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glyncynwal Road has the 19th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Aber-craf and Ystradgynlais and the 135th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goshen Glyncynwal Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £243,000 | 2006-02-17 | £395,929 |
| Hafod Heddwch Glyncynwal Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2003-06-27 | £358,293 |
| Hafod Heddwch Glyncynwal Road, Swansea, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1995-04-07 | £220,234 |
SA9 2UN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SA9 2UN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 2,314 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 3,072 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Godre'rgraig Primary School Graig Road , Godre'rgraig SA9 2NY | - not rated | 4,489 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tairgwaith Primary School Llwyncelyn Road , Tairgwaith SA18 1UU | - not rated | 4,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Tredegar Arms | 23 Heol Gwys, Upper Cwmtwrch | 433 yd | |
| The George Cwmtwrch LTD | Heol Gwys | 758 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 | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.