swansea SA8 Postcodes

Swansea (SA8)

The SA8 postcode area is located in the Swansea postcode town region, within the county of Carmarthenshire, and contains a total of 371 individual postcodes.

There are 23 electoral wards in the SA8 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 Neath Port Talbot Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 20% of people in SA8 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 SA8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The SA8 postcode covers parts of the Swansea district in South Wales. It includes the town of Blaenymaes, as well as the suburbs of Hendy, Tycoch, and Penlan.

The postcode is its own electoral constituency and is represented by its own Member of Parliament, Mrs Carolyn Harris. The area has a mixed population with a diverse range of backgrounds.

The area is served by a number of local amenities including schools such as Hendy Primary School and Penlan Community Primary School, in addition to the Llys Nini animal centre and Swansea Bay Campus technology park, which are both located on the outskirts. Residents can also temper their leisure time at the local leisure centre located in Blaenymaes.

The area has access to a variety of public transport including buses, as well as the Swansea Valley railway and Mumbles railway. It is also home to a number of large retail stores such as Aldi, Boots, and Tesco.

Educationally, the area offers several options including the University of Swansea, Swansea Metropolitan University, and Gower College Swansea. There is also a sports and recreation centre, Mayhill Golf Club, and a number of parks, including Parkmill and Hendy Mill.

There are two main local hospitals in the area, including Singleton Hospital and Morriston Hospital, providing medical care to residents of the area. Religious institutions can be found close by, including the Morriston Congregational Church, St John's church, and the Penyrheol church.

SA8 postcode offers its residents an array of activities depending upon what kind of lifestyle appeals to them. Whether looking to enjoy the local leisure centre or engage in some learning or sports activities, SA8 has much to offer.

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