Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

SA4 8QU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA4 8QU.

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Population

368

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 37,700 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA4 8QU 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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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SA4 8QU has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

SA4 8QU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Pontarddulais in Pontarddulais. Administratively it sits within Pontarddulais ward and the Gower constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SA4 8QU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SA4 8QU are sourced from Output Area W00004521 (shared with 27 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 SA4 8QU. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 6%
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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)

SA4 8QU has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft6

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • P & H Direct Van Sales0.9 km
  • HENDY VILLAGE STORES AND POST OFFICE0.9 km
  • P & H Direct Van Sales0.9 km
  • A and J Store0.1 km
  • Family Shopper0.4 km
  • + 13 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Black Horse0.7 km
  • BLACK HORSE0.7 km
  • Pontarddulais Cricket Club0.8 km
  • Pontarddulais RFC0.4 km
  • Pontardulais Workingmens Club0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Caffi Cymunedol yn Llyfrgell Hendy0.9 km
  • Community Café at Hendy Library0.9 km
  • Butty Box0.2 km
  • Bwyty Chilli0.5 km
  • Pontardulais Town Council0.3 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Chilli Express0.3 km
  • A Taste Of India0.2 km
  • Dulais Pizza0.8 km
  • Golden Palace0.2 km
  • Hot Wok0.2 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pontarddulais0.6 km
  • Llangennech3.6 km
  • Bynea6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Farmers Arms0.1 km
  • Farmers Arms0.1 km
  • St Teilo Street0.2 km
  • Glasfryn Road0.2 km
  • Pontardulais Post Office0.3 km