SA4 9ZS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Elm Crescent, 1.0km from Penllergaer in Penllergaer. Administratively it sits within Penllergaer ward and the Gower constituency.
For families considering a move, SA4 9ZS represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £203k, up 1.1% 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 SA4 9ZS are sourced from Output Area W00010078 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELM CRESCENT, SA4 9ZS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELM CRESCENT, SA4 9ZS.
395
36
£ 45,800 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA4 9ZS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SA4 9ZS is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA4 9ZS. The average age is 35.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 179,375
8 sales · Mean £ 176,250
Semi-Detached
£ 174,000
13 sales · Mean £ 174,939
Detached
£ 204,975
6 sales · Mean £ 212,158
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SA4 9ZS has low crime rates — 13 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Cross Service Station0.5 km
- Moto Service Station0.9 km
- Cross Service Station0.5 km
- Moto Service Station0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
- Travelodge0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Lezzet Cafe & Restaurant0.9 km
- Mc Donalds0.9 km
- Penllergaer Valley Woods Visitor Kiosk0.4 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gowerton3.9 km
- Swansea6.2 km
- Pontarddulais6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Keepers Close0.2 km
- Penllergaer Council Offices0.3 km
- Parc Penllergaer0.3 km
- Parc Penllergaer0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA49ZS · Data under Open Government Licence