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About

Cwmbwrla is a residential ward situated north of Swansea city centre, bordering the River Tawe to the east. The area is primarily composed of terraced housing, with local amenities concentrated along Carmarthen Road. Its layout is functional, serving the daily needs of its community with shops, schools, and green spaces like Cwmbwrla Park providing recreational areas. The ward's proximity to the river and the city's main road networks defines its practical character.

The ward contains a notable historical landmark in the form of the former Morriston Orpheus Choir Hall, reflecting the area's industrial and cultural past. Housing varies from traditional terraces to more modern developments, particularly in its northern sections. Public transport links connect residents to the wider Swansea area efficiently. The local environment is shaped by its position on the urban slope rising from the Tawe valley floor.

Area overview

On average Cwmbwrla has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cwmbwrla is £41,256 per year. Cwmbwrla is home to around 7,526 people, with a population density of about 5,058.1 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
12.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cwmbwrla Population
7,526
Population density
5,058.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.69(-16%)
Shoplifting
8.64(+24%)
Public order
8.11(-9%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.71(-5%)
Anti-social behaviour
6.64(-54%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,873
91.3%
Other White
185
2.46%
Other
67
0.89%
Other Asian
61
0.81%
Chinese
57
0.76%
Total population: 7,528

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,472
23.72%
No qualifications
1,460
23.53%
Level 3 (A level)
1,041
16.77%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
966
15.57%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
607
9.78%
Total 16+ residents: 6,206

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,219
35.7%
Owns with a mortgage
994
29.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
662
19.39%
Other social rented
229
6.71%
Social rents from council
198
5.8%
Total households: 3,415

Property prices in Cwmbwrla

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £141,700 in Cwmbwrla area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £320,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cwmbwrla in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Cwmbwrla over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£195,000
Flats2£97,500
Semi-Detached8£169,248
Terraced87£137,000

10 years median price trend in Cwmbwrla

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cwmbwrla.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.