Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

LOUGHOR COMMON, SA4 4UW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOUGHOR COMMON, SA4 4UW.

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Population

402

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 36,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA4 4UW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SA4 4UW is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA4 4UW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Loughor Common, 0.0km from Loughor Common in Gorseinon. Administratively it sits within Gorseinon and Penyrheol ward and the Gower constituency.

For families considering a move, SA4 4UW represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £194k. 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 4UW are sourced from Output Area W00004154 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA4 4UW. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 139,000

2 sales · Mean £ 139,000

Detached

£ 305,000

1 sales · Mean £ 305,000

Semi-Detached

£ 230,000

1 sales · Mean £ 230,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SA4 4UW has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Anti-social behaviour20
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft7

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Food with Friends/Gorseinon and Llwchwr Food Hub0.4 km
  • Freedom Leisure0.9 km
  • Freedom Leisure0.9 km
  • Food with Friends/Gorseinon and Llwchwr Food Hub0.4 km
  • Framptons0.7 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Archfarchnad Julians0.7 km
  • Nisa Extra0.7 km
  • Asda Stores0.7 km
  • Sainsburys0.3 km
  • Asda Stores0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Premier West End Stores0.6 km
  • Premier West End Stores0.6 km
  • Ranus Stores0.7 km
  • Ranus Stores0.7 km
  • Bargain Booze0.5 km
  • + 21 more
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Pub, NightClub

26 nearby
  • Globe Inn0.9 km
  • Kingsbridge Inn0.9 km
  • Tafarn Y Trap0.9 km
  • Globe Inn0.9 km
  • Kingsbridge Inn0.9 km
  • + 21 more
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Takeaway Shop

36 nearby
  • Chen's Chef0.9 km
  • Chen's Chef0.9 km
  • Bites Burgers & Shakes0.7 km
  • Gorseinon Packed Meals0.8 km
  • Pepinos Pizza0.8 km
  • + 31 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gowerton2.2 km
  • Llangennech3.5 km
  • Bynea3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • St Catherine's Church0.1 km
  • St Catherine's Church0.2 km
  • Pantglas0.3 km
  • Pantglas0.3 km
  • Gorseinon Bus Station Stand 60.3 km