SA4 3SP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Osborne Place, 0.3km from Crofty in Crofty. Administratively it sits within Pen-clawdd ward and the Gower constituency.
For families considering a move, SA4 3SP represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, 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 SA4 3SP are sourced from Output Area W00004439 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OSBORNE PLACE, SA4 3SP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OSBORNE PLACE, SA4 3SP.
241
52
£ 40,900 /yr
43%
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
SA4 3SP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 SA4 3SP. The average age is 52.1. 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
Terraced
£ 172,000
1 sales · Mean £ 172,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SA4 3SP has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Crofty Supermarket0.3 km
- Crofty Supermarket0.3 km
- The Gower Dough Co/ Ruby/ Saffie/Amber/Emmie0.8 km
- The Gower Dough Co/ Ruby/ Saffie/Amber/Emmie0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Crofty Inn0.3 km
- The Crofty Inn0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bynea5.1 km
- Llanelli5.2 km
- Gowerton6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Station Road0.2 km
- Station Road0.2 km
- Wernfrwydd Cross0.2 km
- Wernfrwydd Cross0.2 km
- Riverside0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA43SP · Data under Open Government Licence