Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

WIND STREET, SA1 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIND STREET, SA1 1DP.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 31,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA1 1DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SA1 1DP has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA1 1DP is an up-and-coming urban area on Wind Street, 0.3km from Strand in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Swansea West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SA1 1DP is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are high (407 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for SA1 1DP are sourced from Output Area W00010090 (shared with 104 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA1 1DP. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.8%
Asian / British Asian12.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.5%
Other / Mixed7.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near SA1 1DP are high at 407 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences506
Shoplifting303
Anti-social behaviour256
Public order159
Other theft99

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

152 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • AA Catering Food Cash & Carry0.9 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.4 km
  • Booze and News0.5 km
  • + 147 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

12 nearby
  • The Dragon Hotel0.4 km
  • The Dragon Hotel0.4 km
  • Travelodge0.2 km
  • Travelodge0.2 km
  • The Grand Hotel0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

294 nearby
  • Belle Vue Bistro0.4 km
  • Belle Vue Bistro0.4 km
  • Asaga Noodle Bar Ltd0.5 km
  • Bwyty Sams0.5 km
  • Cha Cha Stall0.5 km
  • + 289 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

86 nearby
  • Golden Swan0.5 km
  • Golden Swan0.5 km
  • China Garden0.9 km
  • Crusts0.6 km
  • DFC0.9 km
  • + 81 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

94 nearby
  • Hangar 18 Music Venue0.6 km
  • The Builders0.8 km
  • Hangar 18 Music Venue0.6 km
  • The Builders0.8 km
  • Clwb Hwylio ac Is-Ddŵr Abertawe0.3 km
  • + 89 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Iceland Foods PLC0.3 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swansea0.6 km
  • Llansamlet5.6 km
  • Gowerton7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Wind Street0.1 km
  • Wind Street0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's Quay Parade0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's Quay Parade0.1 km
  • Castle Square0.2 km