14,487TOTAL POPULATION
6,405HOUSEHOLDS
5.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£30,680AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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SA61 POSTCODE REGION

Swansea (SA61)

The SA61 postcode area is located in the Swansea postcode town region, within the county of Pembrokeshire, and contains a total of 625 individual postcodes.

There are 17 electoral wards in the SA61 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, 17% of people in SA61 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 SA61 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The SA61 postcode is located in the Swansea district in South Wales, UK. The postcode covers an extensive area of commercial, industrial and retail businesses, including Parc Tawe, Swansea University's Bay Campus, the former RAF St Athan Military Training Centre and Swansea Enterprise Park.

The SA61 postcode area includes the communities of Bonymaen, Enterprise Park, Llansamlet, Morriston, Skewen, Llandarcy, South Cornelly, Parc Tawe, Rhyd y Felin and Eastside.

The postcode has a wide variety of attractions, with the SA61 postcode being home to one of the UK's largest shopping and leisure centres Parc Tawe, which is highly popular with residents and visitors alike. It also boasts the Swansea University Bay Campus, which includes one of the largest cities in South Wales, and is home to around 12,000 students. Other local attractions include Wales National Wetland Centre, Llynfi Valley Walk, Duffryn Woods and the Wales Coast Path.

Access to the postcode is good, with direct access to Swansea from the M4 Motorway, as well as regular buses and rail services. For those who like to explore on two wheels, Sustrans Connect2 cycle route runs through the postcode from Swansea Marina to the Swansea Bay.

SA61 is recognised as a high performing educational area, with the majority of secondary schools achieving a grade of either 'Good' or 'Outstanding' according to Ofsted ratings. This includes the Morriston, Birchgrove and Bishop Vaughan Schools.

Being located relatively close to the M4, SA61 is an attractive area to live for commuters. With numerous parks, nature spots and a wonderful coastline, it is a great place for nature lovers, and those wishing to take advantage of the incredible views and countryside. The area is also well known for its community spirit and numerous festivals, with events ranging from cinema under the stars to music festivals.

On top of these, there are plenty of pubs, restaurants, cafes, shops and entertainment venues, meaning SA61 residents never have to go far for a good night out.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 89%WORKING
  • 11%UNEMPLOYED

11% of people in SA61 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 17%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 29%DE

According to census records, 17% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 94%WHITE
  • 6%NON-WHITE

94% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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SA61Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire

The county of Pembrokeshire

SA61 is located in the county of Pembrokeshire, in Wales.

Pembrokeshire has a total population of 124,000, making it the 13th largest county in the UK.

Pembrokeshire has a total area of 610 square miles, and a population density of 76 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Pembrokeshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeSA61
Postal TownSwansea
MSOA NamePembrokeshire 005
LSOA NamePembrokeshire 005A
CountyPembrokeshire
RegionPembrokeshire
CountryWales
Local AuthorityPembrokeshire
Area ClassificationUnclassified

SA61 Electoral Wards

The postal region of SA61, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Albert Town
Church Hill
Crundale
Dreenhill
Glanafon
Haverfordwest (Hwlffordd)
Hwlffordd
Merlin's Bridge
Pelcomb
Pelcomb Bridge
Portfield Gate
Prendergast
Red Hill
Skerryford
Slade
Tangiers
Uzmaston
Withybush
Browse Postcodes in SA61

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (SA) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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