SA4 9AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pontardulais Road, 0.3km from Tircoed in Penllergaer. Administratively it sits within Penllergaer ward and the Gower constituency.
For families considering a move, SA4 9AY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £284k, down 5.4% year-on-year. 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 9AY are sourced from Output Area W00010406 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PONTARDULAIS ROAD, SA4 9AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PONTARDULAIS ROAD, SA4 9AY.
279
46
£ 45,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA4 9AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SA4 9AY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 95% 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. Property prices are trending down 5.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA4 9AY. The average age is 46.1. 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
Detached
£ 260,000
8 sales · Mean £ 280,618
Semi-Detached
£ 298,990
5 sales · Mean £ 254,198
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA4 9AY has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Cross Service Station0.4 km
- Moto Service Station0.8 km
- Newyddion Da0.6 km
- RSPCA Llys Nini Shop0.7 km
- Cross Service Station0.4 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Penllergaer Sports and Social Club0.9 km
- Penllergaer Sports and Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Burger King0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Mc Donalds0.8 km
- Penllergaer Valley Woods Visitor Kiosk0.8 km
- Burger King0.8 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs0.8 km
- Greggs0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gowerton3.6 km
- Llangennech5.5 km
- Pontarddulais5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Gors Road0.1 km
- Penllergaer Roundabout0.1 km
- Penllergaer Roundabout0.2 km
- Old Inn0.2 km
- Gorseinon Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA49AY · Data under Open Government Licence