Postcode Analysis Swansea, Wales

SA6 5HJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA6 5HJ.

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Population

231

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA6 5HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA6 5HJ's 67% ownership and 42-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

SA6 5HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Faerdre in Clydach (Swansea). Administratively it sits within Clydach ward and the Gower constituency.

For families considering a move, SA6 5HJ represents 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. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SA6 5HJ are sourced from Output Area W00004051 (shared with 4 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 SA6 5HJ. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

SA6 5HJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour8
Vehicle crime5

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Traidcraft (Fairtrader for Traidcraft plc, Gateshead)0.7 km
  • Ty Croeso0.7 km
  • Traidcraft (Fairtrader for Traidcraft plc, Gateshead)0.7 km
  • Ty Croeso0.7 km
  • Clydach Foodstore0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Clwb Rygbi'r Faerdre0.8 km
  • Clydach Cricket Club0.4 km
  • New Inn0.9 km
  • Overdraft0.7 km
  • Riverbank Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Cwtch Corner0.6 km
  • Mond Valley Community Golf Club0.8 km
  • Chilli Too0.7 km
  • Dolly May's0.7 km
  • Mimi and Kiki's0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Chef Wang0.9 km
  • Clydach Kebab House0.7 km
  • Clydach Tandoori0.9 km
  • Chef Wang0.9 km
  • Clydach Fish Bar0.7 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llansamlet4.5 km
  • Skewen5.6 km
  • Neath7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Faraday Road0.0 km
  • Faraday Road0.1 km
  • Ty Florence Asher0.1 km
  • Langer Way0.2 km
  • Langer Way0.2 km