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Census 2021 Data
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Environment
SA4 9GQ
Mountain Road, Penllergaer, Swansea
SwanseaAbertawe - Swansea
SA4 9GQ is a family-oriented suburban location, Popular with mid-age families primarily made up of smaller dwellings, providing easy access to major roads and rail links, and is with a strong sense of safety. This postcode is with a good range of supermarkets and stores, an area with a shortage of local healthcare providers, and a location with limited economic opportunities.
Penllergaer, Swansea
Key Stats
Households
144
Male: 5, Female: 4
Household Income
£45,800
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)

Postcode Sector
Swansea

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
8 / 10
Amenities
6 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about SA4 9GQ?
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Where is SA4 9GQ?
Approximate address:
Mountain Road, Penllergaer, Swansea
The postcode SA4 9GQ is located in the Swansea area, part of the Abertawe - Swansea district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
SA4 9GQ is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and industrial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (W01000838) and OA (W00004485) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
Swansea
Coordinates
51.667803, -4.011598
Easting/Northing
260982, 0198475
Grid Ref
SS609984
Parliamentary Constituency
Gower
Local Authority
Swansea
Population Density
300 km²
Coordinates
51.667803, -4.011598
Easting/Northing
260982, 0198475
Grid Ref
SS609984
Parliamentary Constituency
Gower
Local Authority
Swansea
Population Density
300 km²
Area Codes
Output area: W00004485
OA Code
W00004485
LSOA Code
W01000838
MSOA Code
W02000171
Ward
W05001060
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
W00004485
LSOA Code
W01000838
MSOA Code
W02000171
Ward
W05001060
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town

Demographics
Who lives in the SA4 9GQ neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
An AB Social Grade score of 4/10 indicates a balanced community, with a growing presence of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 3/10 reflects a modest proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, within a community with varied educational backgrounds.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
A Credit Status Score of 4/10 suggests that residents in SA4 9GQ have somewhat limited access to credit, with financial difficulties affecting the overall economic landscape.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the SA4 9GQ neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renting in SA4 9GQ is relatively affordable, as rental prices are fairly in line with what households earn, offering a reasonable cost of living.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Yields in SA4 9GQ are significantly low, offering little in the way of profitable returns after accounting for property prices and upkeep.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the SA4 9GQ postcode?
Transport Score
Transport options are readily available in SA4 9GQ, with frequent bus services, accessible parking, and convenient train stations, making travel relatively easy.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
This area sees relatively low car availability, with a significant portion of households managing without a car, perhaps due to proximity to public transport or urban conveniences.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the SA4 9GQ postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
Awaiting data and analysis
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Many in the SA4 9GQ postcode have low levels of education, typically achieving no more than Level 1 qualifications, suggesting limited formal education.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Childcare options are extremely limited in SA4 9GQ, with no nearby services available for families in need of childminders or preschools.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
Very few further education establishments are nearby, with limited access to colleges or universities, making local opportunities scarce for young adults.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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