Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

OAKWOOD ROAD, SA2 0DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKWOOD ROAD, SA2 0DN.

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Population

343

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA2 0DN's 64% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 26.1% year-on-year.

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

SA2 0DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oakwood Road, 0.3km from Brynmill in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Uplands ward and the Swansea West constituency.

For families considering a move, SA2 0DN represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, areas dominated by food and entertainment. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, up 26.1% year-on-year. 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 SA2 0DN are sourced from Output Area W00004652 (shared with 10 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 SA2 0DN. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.3%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed8.1%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 220,000

10 sales · Mean £ 236,949

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

SA2 0DN has low crime rates — 29 incidents 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 offences46
Shoplifting36
Vehicle crime18
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson14

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Dylan Thomas Birthplace0.9 km
  • Dylan Thomas Birthplace0.9 km
  • Siop Fara Jenkins0.6 km
  • Sainsburys0.6 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • + 33 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

64 nearby
  • Dylans at Cwmdonkin0.7 km
  • Sloth Coffee Co.0.7 km
  • Dylans at Cwmdonkin0.7 km
  • Sloth Coffee Co.0.7 km
  • Mens Breakfast Pantygwydr Baptist Church0.4 km
  • + 59 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Jack Murphys Uplands0.6 km
  • The Bookshop0.6 km
  • The Bookshop0.6 km
  • Vivian Arms Hotel1.0 km
  • Y Clwb Sgeti0.9 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Kokodoo0.6 km
  • Burger King0.5 km
  • Uplands Fish Bar & Kebab House0.6 km
  • Kokodoo0.6 km
  • Uplands Pizza0.6 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Gwesty'r Mirador0.7 km
  • Mirador Town House0.7 km
  • Hurst Dene Guest House0.4 km
  • Hurst Dene Guest House0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.4 km
  • Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swansea2.4 km
  • Gowerton5.8 km
  • Llansamlet7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Rhyddings0.1 km
  • Rhyddings0.1 km
  • Bernard Street0.2 km
  • Marlborough Road0.3 km
  • Marlborough Road0.3 km