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SA6 8AW
Woodfield Street, Morriston
SwanseaAbertawe - Swansea
SA6 8AW is a leafy suburban district, Popular with a mid-age/family-friendly neighbourhood a location with a dense concentration of smaller properties, well-connected by major transport links, and is noted for its higher crime levels. This postcode is home to outstanding shopping facilities within a short distance, where hospital access is less convenient, and offering fewer high-income opportunities. With outstanding shopping facilities, it's a retail hotspot.
Morriston
Key Stats
Households
144
Male: N/a, Female: N/a
Household Income
£36,000
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Swansea
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Affordability
10 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
7 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about SA6 8AW?
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Where is SA6 8AW?
Approximate address:
Woodfield Street, Morriston
The postcode SA6 8AW is located in the Swansea area, part of the Abertawe - Swansea district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
SA6 8AW is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and commercial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (W01000813) and OA (W00004370) 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
51.666653, -3.924652
Easting/Northing
266991, 0198185
Grid Ref
SS669981
Parliamentary Constituency
Swansea East
Local Authority
Swansea
Population Density
4,313 km²
Coordinates
51.666653, -3.924652
Easting/Northing
266991, 0198185
Grid Ref
SS669981
Parliamentary Constituency
Swansea East
Local Authority
Swansea
Population Density
4,313 km²
Area Codes
Output area: W00004370
OA Code
W00004370
LSOA Code
W01000813
MSOA Code
W02000175
Ward
W05001055
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
W00004370
LSOA Code
W01000813
MSOA Code
W02000175
Ward
W05001055
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
Demographics
Who lives in the SA6 8AW 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 SA6 8AW 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 SA6 8AW neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
A top score of 10/10 indicates exceptional affordability in SA6 8AW, where property prices are very low compared to household incomes, making homeownership easily attainable for nearly all residents.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renting in SA6 8AW 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 SA6 8AW 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 SA6 8AW postcode?
Transport Score
SA6 8AW offers excellent transport links, with multiple bus stops, train stations nearby, and ample parking, making it convenient for regular travellers.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Most residents in SA6 8AW enjoy reasonable commuting distances, with access to nearby work hubs and shorter travel times for many.
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 SA6 8AW 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
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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 SA6 8AW 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 SA6 8AW, 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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