Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

BRYNGLAS ROAD, SA5 8HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRYNGLAS ROAD, SA5 8HY.

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Population

548

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 36,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SA5 8HY — age 42, 85% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SA5 8HY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brynglas Road, 0.3km from Cockett in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Cockett ward and the Swansea West constituency.

For families considering a move, SA5 8HY represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £193k. 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 8HY are sourced from Output Area W00004073 (shared with 11 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 8HY. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.8%
Asian / British Asian9.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 237,500

2 sales · Mean £ 237,500

Semi-Detached

£ 150,000

3 sales · Mean £ 149,983

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

SA5 8HY has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting57
Violence and sexual offences35
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson11
Vehicle crime10

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • AU Vodka Ltd0.3 km
  • AU Vodka Ltd0.3 km
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • CK's Supermarket0.5 km
  • Davies of Mumbles0.8 km
  • + 25 more
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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Greggs PLC0.5 km
  • Greggs PLC0.5 km
  • Tandoori Spice0.6 km
  • Tandoori Spice0.6 km
  • Beanos0.8 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Armine Social Club0.4 km
  • Marquis Arms0.3 km
  • Armine Social Club0.4 km
  • Marquis Arms0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Meadow View Sports Complex0.8 km
  • Meadow View Sports Complex0.8 km
  • The Range Cwmdu0.9 km
  • The Range Cwmdu0.9 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.9 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swansea2.9 km
  • Gowerton4.2 km
  • Llansamlet6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Station0.1 km
  • Cockett Station0.1 km
  • Ty Dewi Sant0.2 km
  • Fforestfach Cross0.2 km
  • Station0.2 km