SA2 0YJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Arfryn Road, 0.2km from Cwmgwyn, Upper in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Uplands ward and the Swansea West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k. 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 SA2 0YJ are sourced from Output Area W00004666 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARFRYN ROAD, SA2 0YJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARFRYN ROAD, SA2 0YJ.
256
40
£ 38,400 /yr
47%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SA2 0YJ — age 40, 79% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 SA2 0YJ. The average age is 39.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA2 0YJ has low crime rates — 20 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
32 nearby- Dylan Thomas Birthplace0.9 km
- Dylan Thomas Birthplace0.9 km
- Celebration Cakes1.0 km
- Celebration Cakes1.0 km
- Davies of Mumbles0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Dylans at Cwmdonkin0.7 km
- Sloth Coffee Co.0.4 km
- Dylans at Cwmdonkin0.7 km
- Gower College0.6 km
- Sloth Coffee Co.0.4 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hurst Dene Guest House0.8 km
- Hurst Dene Guest House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Uplands Tavern1.0 km
- Uplands Tavern1.0 km
- Cockett Inn0.8 km
- Cockett Inn0.8 km
- Beechwood Club0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Beanos0.8 km
- Mr Chung's Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Beanos Pizza0.8 km
- Mr Chungs Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Madras0.9 km
- + 15 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swansea2.4 km
- Gowerton4.9 km
- Llansamlet7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Broadway0.1 km
- Swansea IHE Townhill Campus0.1 km
- Broadway0.1 km
- Swansea IHE Townhill Campus (Grounds)0.2 km
- Swansea IHE Townhill Campus0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA20YJ · Data under Open Government Licence