swansea SA72 Postcodes

Swansea (SA72)

The SA72 postcode area is located in the Swansea postcode town region, within the county of Pembrokeshire, and contains a total of 389 individual postcodes.

There are 25 electoral wards in the SA72 postcode area, including Aberaeron, Ammanford, Boncath, Burry Port, Cardigan, Carmarthen, Clarbeston Road, Clynderwen, Crymych, Ferryside, Fishguard, Glogue, Goodwick, Haverfordwest, Kidwelly, Kilgetty, Lampeter, Llanarth, Llandeilo, Llandovery, Llandysul, Llanelli, Llanfyrnach, Llangadog, Llanwrda, Llanybydder, Milford Haven, Narberth, Neath, New Quay, Newcastle Emlyn, Newport, Pembroke, Pembroke Dock, Pencader, Port Talbot, Saundersfoot, Swansea, Tenby, Whitland which come under the local authority of the Pembrokeshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 13% of people in SA72 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SA72 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The SA72 postcode is part of an area of the Swansea district in the United Kingdom. It covers 4,740 households and 8,535 people, with a population density of 1,991 people per km². The postcode district includes the communities of Llansteffan, Ferryside, Llangynog, Llanybri, and Llangain.

The SA72 postcode is a mainly rural district with small villages and communities scattered throughout. The majority of the households in the district are detached homes, with a small proportion being semi-detached and terraced houses or flats.

Within the SA72 postcode district there are several amenities, including two primary schools in Ferryside and Llangynog. There is also a historic castle in Llansteffan, which is managed by Cadw, the Welsh government's historic environment service. For leisure activities, the district includes beaches, a sailing club, a cricket ground, and a cycle track, as well as a number of golf clubs.

Residents of the SA72 postcode district are served by the Carmarthenshire Council for public services, and by the National Health Service for health care. The nearest branch of the NHS in the district is the Princess of Wales Hospital in Pembroke Dock.

The SA72 postcode district is in the UK's parliamentary constituency of Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire, and is represented in parliament by Simon Hart of the Conservative Party.

Due to the district's rural location, most commuting is done by car and public transport is limited to a few bus routes. The district is also served by the Swansea to Carmarthen railway line, with stations in Ferryside, Llansteffan, and Llangynog.

The district has some of the best coastal views in Wales, with stunning beaches and views of the Gower peninsula. It is also home to a small port in Ferryside, which is popular with recreational sailors.

The SA72 postcode district offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, and is popular with people looking to escape urban life. The village atmosphere is enhanced by the neighbouring country lanes and abundant wildlife, making the area a great place to relax and unwind.

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