SA6 5BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Aber-Clydach in Clydach (Swansea). Administratively it sits within Clydach ward and the Gower constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 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 SA6 5BB are sourced from Output Area W00004043 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA6 5BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA6 5BB.
348
39
£ 36,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 39, SA6 5BB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 SA6 5BB. The average age is 39.4. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA6 5BB has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Cwm Stores0.2 km
- Traidcraft (Fairtrader for Traidcraft plc, Gateshead)0.6 km
- Ty Croeso0.8 km
- Cwm Stores0.2 km
- Traidcraft (Fairtrader for Traidcraft plc, Gateshead)0.6 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Clwb Rygbi'r Faerdre0.5 km
- Overdraft0.6 km
- Riverbank Restaurant0.5 km
- The Village Tavern0.8 km
- Riverbank Restaurant0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Cwtch Corner0.9 km
- Mond Valley Community Golf Club1.0 km
- The Roadhouse Cafe0.2 km
- Chilli Too0.6 km
- Dolly May's0.6 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Chef Wang0.3 km
- Clydach Kebab House0.9 km
- Clydach Tandoori0.3 km
- Chef Wang0.3 km
- Clydach Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llansamlet3.4 km
- Skewen5.0 km
- Neath7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Clydach Market0.2 km
- Waverley Street0.2 km
- Waverley Street0.2 km
- Quarr Drive Bottom0.2 km
- Quarr Drive Bottom0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA65BB · Data under Open Government Licence