Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

ROGER STREET, SA5 9AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROGER STREET, SA5 9AR.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 32,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA5 9AR 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.

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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA5 9AR's 64% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

SA5 9AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Roger Street, 0.5km from Cadle, Mynydd in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Penderry ward and the Swansea East constituency.

For families considering a move, SA5 9AR represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, 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 9AR are sourced from Output Area W00004445 (shared with 6 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 9AR. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 125,000

9 sales · Mean £ 133,444

Detached

£ 162,500

5 sales · Mean £ 172,100

Terraced

£ 146,450

1 sales · Mean £ 146,450

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

SA5 9AR has low crime rates — 45 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.

Violence and sexual offences40
Public order17
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson12
Other theft10

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Archfarchnad Y Clas0.9 km
  • Clase Supermarket0.9 km
  • Clase Primary Big Bocs Bwyd1.0 km
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Purefootball0.4 km
  • Purefootball0.4 km
  • Freedom Leisure0.8 km
  • Freedom Leisure0.8 km
  • Ogof Adullam0.8 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Cod Box0.9 km
  • Cod Box0.9 km
  • Al Des Kebab1.0 km
  • Dragon Palace1.0 km
  • Al Des Kebab1.0 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Clase Social Club0.9 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.6 km
  • Clase Social Club0.9 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.6 km
  • The Kings Head Hotel0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco express0.8 km
  • Tesco express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swansea3.7 km
  • Llansamlet4.3 km
  • Gowerton5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • St Clears Terminus0.1 km
  • Crwys Terrace0.2 km
  • Crwys Terrace0.2 km
  • Mynyddbach Comprehensive0.3 km
  • John Penry Crescent0.4 km