Penygraig Road is in Cwmllynfell, Swansea and in Carmarthenshire district. SA9 2YP is located in the Cwarter Bach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen East and Dinefwr. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penygraig Road, Cwmllynfell, Swansea, SA9 2YP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA9 2YS, SA9 2YR, SA9 2YT, SA9 2YL, SA9 2YJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA9 2YP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.2% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.8% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA9 2YP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.1% | 26.2% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 52.9% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.1% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 43.2% | 42.4% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.9% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 13.1% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 27.1% | 24.8% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 6.7% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 26.2% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.2% | 97.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penygraig Road was 16.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.2% lower than the Cwarter Bach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penygraig Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Cwarter Bach and the 61st lowest crime rate of 595 local areas in Carmarthenshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2024-08-23 | £256,982 |
| 11 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-06-14 | £210,924 |
| Garage At Penygraig Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2022-05-27 | £5,154 |
| 15 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2019-12-18 | £262,595 |
| 37 Penygraig Road, Swansea, Carmarthenshire Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2019-02-14 | £231,250 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SA9 2YP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 1,079 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tairgwaith Primary School Llwyncelyn Road , Tairgwaith SA18 1UU | - not rated | 4,184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynaman C P School Brynceunant , Brynamman SA18 1AH | - not rated | 4,403 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 4,570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen New Road , Gwauncaegurwen SA18 1UN | - not rated | 5,347 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ystradowen Community Centre - Caffi Henllys | Ystradowen Day Club, 38 New Road | 411 yd | |
| Vegangela Rose Bakery | 33 Gwilym Road | 847 yd | |
| Neuadd Cwmllynfell Hall Cafe | Cwmllynfell Hall, Gwilym Road | 847 yd | |
| Cwmllynfell Youth Club | Cwmllynfell Hall, Gwilym Road | 847 yd | |
| Changing Seasons Ltd | National Parks Visitor Centre, Craig Y Nos | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmllynfell RFC | Cwmllynfell Rugby Football Clu, Bryn Road | 883 yd | |
| The George Cwmtwrch LTD | Heol Gwys | 1,033 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% |
| Median download speed | 36.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.