SA2 7HL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Edgemoor Close, 0.1km from Upper Killay in Upper Killay. Administratively it sits within Fairwood ward and the Gower constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA2 7HL is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 32% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 7HL are sourced from Output Area W00004146 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EDGEMOOR CLOSE, SA2 7HL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EDGEMOOR CLOSE, SA2 7HL.
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39
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA2 7HL 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 39, SA2 7HL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £110k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA2 7HL. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 121,000
2 sales · Mean £ 121,000
Terraced
£ 90,000
2 sales · Mean £ 90,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA2 7HL has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Upper Killay Congregational Church0.2 km
- Upper Killay Congregational Church0.2 km
- Zing Hospitality0.4 km
- Zing Hospitality0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Railway Inn0.8 km
- The Railway Inn0.8 km
- Clwb Rygbi a Phêl-droed Uplands Abertawe0.4 km
- Swansea Uplands RFC0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gowerton4.0 km
- Swansea6.9 km
- Bynea7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Pines Church0.2 km
- Edgemoor Close0.2 km
- Edgemoor Close0.2 km
- Pines Church0.2 km
- Summerland Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA27HL · Data under Open Government Licence