SA4 9BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Clos Cilfwnwr, 0.7km from Tircoed in Penllergaer. Administratively it sits within Penllergaer ward and the Gower constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SA4, SA4 9BU offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, down 4.2% 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 9BU are sourced from Output Area W00004484 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLOS CILFWNWR, SA4 9BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLOS CILFWNWR, SA4 9BU.
353
46
£ 45,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA4 9BU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SA4 9BU spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 4.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA4 9BU. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 305,000
13 sales · Mean £ 276,923
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA4 9BU has low crime rates — 14 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
8 nearby- Arora's Stores1.0 km
- Cross Service Station0.3 km
- Moto Service Station0.7 km
- Newyddion Da0.9 km
- Arora's Stores1.0 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.7 km
- Travelodge0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Mc Donalds0.7 km
- Penllergaer Valley Woods Visitor Kiosk0.4 km
- Burger King0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gowerton3.8 km
- Pontarddulais5.9 km
- Llangennech6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Penllergaer Primary School0.2 km
- Penllergaer Roundabout0.3 km
- Penllergaer Council Offices0.3 km
- St David's Church0.3 km
- Old Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA49BU · Data under Open Government Licence