Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

GWYNFI STREET, SA5 7DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GWYNFI STREET, SA5 7DW.

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Population

241

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA5 7DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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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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5/10
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Area Character

SA5 7DW is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

SA5 7DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gwynfi Street, 0.1km from Lisbon in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Mynydd-bach ward and the Swansea East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, 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 7DW are sourced from Output Area W00004400 (shared with 9 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 7DW. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 145,000

1 sales · Mean £ 145,000

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

SA5 7DW has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences83
Shoplifting28
Anti-social behaviour20
Public order20
Criminal damage and arson10

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Penderry Community Hub0.8 km
  • Tawe Service Station1.0 km
  • Penderry Community Hub0.8 km
  • Tawe Service Station1.0 km
  • Bwyd a Gwin Sanghera0.6 km
  • + 23 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Clwb Cymdeithasol Penlan0.7 km
  • Commercial Inn1.0 km
  • Coopers Arms1.0 km
  • Commercial Inn1.0 km
  • Coopers Arms1.0 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Golden Dragon1.0 km
  • Golden Dragon1.0 km
  • California Pizza0.7 km
  • Elachi0.6 km
  • Ho Wah House0.6 km
  • + 17 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Eagle Service Station0.7 km
  • Shanghai Chef0.6 km
  • Eagle Service Station0.7 km
  • Shanghai Chef0.6 km
  • Ogof Adullam0.5 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco express0.2 km
  • Tesco express0.2 km
  • CK's Supermarket Ltd0.6 km
  • CK's Supermarket Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swansea2.8 km
  • Llansamlet4.1 km
  • Gowerton5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Parkhill Road0.1 km
  • Parkhill Terrace0.2 km
  • Tudor Road0.2 km
  • Treboeth Community Centre0.2 km
  • Treboeth Community Centre0.2 km