Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

EAGLES PLACE, SA5 5NS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAGLES PLACE, SA5 5NS.

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Population

408

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 32,200 /yr

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Employed

28%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA5 5NS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.

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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

SA5 5NS has a significant social housing presence — 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 28-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

SA5 5NS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eagles Place, 0.1km from Port Mead in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Penderry ward and the Swansea East constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SA5 5NS is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £105k, 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 SA5 5NS are sourced from Output Area W00004446 (shared with 8 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 SA5 5NS. The average age is 27.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian5.6%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 73,000

3 sales · Mean £ 81,000

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

Crime around SA5 5NS is moderate at 65 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 offences109
Anti-social behaviour35
Drugs25
Public order24
Criminal damage and arson15

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.8 km
  • Jenkins Bakery0.4 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Swansea Community Farm0.8 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.8 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • KFC Swansea Fforestfach0.8 km
  • The Cafe0.8 km
  • KFC Swansea Fforestfach0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Marks and Spencer Simply Food0.8 km
  • Tesco Extra0.8 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.9 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.9 km
  • B & M Retail Ltd0.9 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Pizza Giorgio1.0 km
  • Curry Pot0.4 km
  • Curry Pot0.4 km
  • Pizza Giorgio1.0 km
  • Peking House0.3 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Mary Dillwyn0.9 km
  • Mary Dillwyn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gowerton4.0 km
  • Swansea4.1 km
  • Llansamlet5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Portmead Avenue0.1 km
  • Briars Court0.2 km
  • Blaen-y-Maes Drive0.3 km
  • Woodford Road Shops0.3 km
  • Woodford Road Upper0.3 km