SA5 4BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Willow Close, 1.1km from Tre-gwyr in Gowerton. Administratively it sits within Waunarlwydd ward and the Swansea West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SA5, SA5 4BG offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k. 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 SA5 4BG are sourced from Output Area W00004085 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLOW CLOSE, SA5 4BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW CLOSE, SA5 4BG.
376
50
£ 40,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA5 4BG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SA5 4BG spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA5 4BG. The average age is 50.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 365,000
1 sales · Mean £ 365,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SA5 4BG has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Azeem General Store0.3 km
- Azeem General Store0.3 km
- Archfarchnad CKs1.0 km
- Bryn Road Service Station0.3 km
- M and S Newsagents0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The farmers Arms0.2 km
- The farmers Arms0.2 km
- Masons Arms0.8 km
- Masons Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Gowerton Comprehensive School Kitchen 10.9 km
- Gowerton Comprehensive School Kitchen 10.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Eastern Kitchen0.7 km
- Eastern Kitchen0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gowerton1.0 km
- Swansea6.0 km
- Bynea6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Westfield Road0.2 km
- Westfield Road0.2 km
- Bryn Garage0.2 km
- Sardis Church0.2 km
- Sardis Church0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA54BG · Data under Open Government Licence