SA6 6DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pen Y Maes, 0.3km from Heol-ddu in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Llangyfelach ward and the Gower constituency.
For families considering a move, SA6 6DG represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, 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 SA6 6DG are sourced from Output Area W00004242 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PEN Y MAES, SA6 6DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEN Y MAES, SA6 6DG.
348
38
£ 45,800 /yr
61%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SA6 6DG spans multiple life stages — average age 38, 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 SA6 6DG. The average age is 38.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
9 sales · Mean £ 130,688
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA6 6DG has low crime rates — 17 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
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Purefootball1.0 km
- Purefootball1.0 km
- Sodexo Food Services0.5 km
- Sodexo Food Services0.5 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Clase Primary Big Bocs Bwyd0.8 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Clase Primary Big Bocs Bwyd0.8 km
- Siopau Llangyfelach0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Clase Social Club0.7 km
- The Welcome Inn0.7 km
- Clase Social Club0.7 km
- The Welcome Inn0.7 km
- The Plough and Harrow Llangyfelach0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Al Des Kebab0.9 km
- Dragon Palace0.9 km
- Al Des Kebab0.9 km
- Dragon Palace0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llansamlet4.3 km
- Swansea5.0 km
- Gowerton6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Heol Pentrefelen0.1 km
- Morriston Cemetery0.2 km
- Morriston Cemetery0.3 km
- Heol Waun Wen0.3 km
- Clos Sant Teilo0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA66DG · Data under Open Government Licence