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Gorseinon and Penyrheol

About

Gorseinon and Penyrheol is a largely residential ward located to the northwest of Swansea city centre. The area is centred on the town of Gorseinon, which functions as a local service hub with its shopping precincts and community facilities. The ward extends to include the neighbouring suburb of Penyrheol, characterised by its post-war housing estates. The landscape is predominantly urban, with residential streets and local green spaces defining much of the area.

A notable local landmark is the former Gorsedd stone circle located in Penyrheol Park, a remnant of the 1924 National Eisteddfod held in the area. The ward is well-connected by major roads like the A4240 and A4138, which link it to Swansea and wider southwest Wales. Local commerce focuses on independent retailers and essential services along Pontardulais Road and other central streets, serving the immediate population.

Area overview

On average Gorseinon and Penyrheol has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Gorseinon and Penyrheol is £41,643 per year. Gorseinon and Penyrheol is home to around 10,635 people, with a population density of about 978.9 per km2.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gorseinon and Penyrheol Population

10,635

Population density

978.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

32.72(-11%)

Anti-social behaviour

11.47(-21%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.24(-10%)

Public order

6.96(-22%)

Drugs

4.51(+54%)

Wales average

Demographics

British

10,114

95.08%

Other White

150

1.41%

Other Asian

0.53%

Pakistani

0.36%

Indian

0.33%

Total population: 10,637

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,445

28.33%

No qualifications

1,735

20.1%

Level 3 (A level)

1,557

18.04%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,365

15.82%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

794

9.2%

Total 16+ residents: 8,630

Housing

Owns outright

1,563

33.5%

Owns with a mortgage

1,531

32.81%

Private landlord or letting agency

587

12.58%

Social rents from council

431

9.24%

Other social rented

423

9.07%

Total households: 4,666

Property prices in Gorseinon and Penyrheol

Based on 127 recent sales, the median property price is £182,000 in Gorseinon and Penyrheol area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £530,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Gorseinon and Penyrheol over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	31	£272,500	£177,500	£242,675	£304,998	£432,500
Flats	13	£105,000	£86,000	£98,000	£115,000	£127,000
Semi-Detached	53	£188,000	£134,000	£168,000	£215,000	£270,000
Terraced	30	£150,500	£115,650	£142,000	£165,000	£207,750

10 years median price trend in Gorseinon and Penyrheol

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Economics

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