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About

Morriston is located in the northern part of the city of Swansea. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing estates and local shopping streets serving the community. Its layout is defined by several main roads that connect it to the city centre and the motorway network. The ward contains significant green spaces, including Parc Gwernfadog, providing recreational areas for residents.

Historically, the area was shaped by heavy industry, notably the Morriston Tinplate Works. The large Morriston Hospital is a major employer and facility for the wider region. A distinctive local landmark is the St. John’s Church, known for its tall spire which is a visible feature in the area's skyline. The annual Morriston Orpheus Choir concerts highlight a strong cultural tradition in the community.

Area overview

On average Morriston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 101 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Morriston is £44,821 per year. Morriston is home to around 16,026 people, with a population density of about 2,286.2 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
101
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
14.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Morriston Population
16,026
Population density
2,286.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
52.17(+42%)
Public order
17.41(+95%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.98(+3%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.67(+7%)
Other theft
5.68(+13%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
14,145
88.25%
Other White
564
3.52%
Other Asian
341
2.13%
Indian
258
1.61%
African
98
0.61%
Total population: 16,029

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
3,679
27.53%
No qualifications
2,818
21.09%
Level 3 (A level)
2,127
15.92%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,063
15.44%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,341
10.04%
Total 16+ residents: 13,363

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,718
37.56%
Owns with a mortgage
2,025
27.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,075
14.86%
Social rents from council
757
10.46%
Other social rented
445
6.15%
Total households: 7,236

Property prices in Morriston

Based on 158 recent sales, the median property price is £181,750 in Morriston area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,000 up to £740,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Morriston 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 Morriston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached40£277,500
Flats2£126,750
Semi-Detached55£195,000
Terraced61£138,000

10 years median price trend in Morriston

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

All postcodes in Morriston

SA66RN

Garth View

SA66RW

Elizabeth Close

SA66SX

Llwyn Y Golomen

SA67DS

Parry Road

SA67EA

Caemawr Road

SA68EX

Wychtree Street

SA65AB

Clydach Road

SA66ED

Camellia Drive

SA67AR

Tycoch Villas

SA67BS

Martin Street

SA68HH

Parc Avenue

SA66DU

Vicarage Road

SA66EP

Heol Rhosyn

SA67BU

Banwell Court

SA67DP

Dan Y Parc

SA67DR

Ger Y Parc

SA67EL

Lon Ithon

SA68BL

Harris Street

SA65SR

Hill View

SA66QG

Heol Glannant

SA68BR

Crown Street

SA68ER

Bush Road

SA68HW

Trewyddfa Gardens

SA68JR

Neath Road

SA66AW

Bryn Derw Gardens

SA66QS

Glyn Hirnant

SA66RH

Orpheus Road

SA66TT

Clos Cadno

SA67EJ

Lon Camlad

SA67QL

Trewyddfa Road

SA66EE

Bishops Walk

SA66LX

Maes Yr Onnen

SA66PZ

Cae Nan

SA66TW

Cwrt Llwynog

SA67AD

Bryneithin Terrace

SA67AZ

Lan Avenue

SA67DW

Mount Street

SA68DE

Green Street

SA65AD

Bryntawe Road

SA65AX

Clydach Road

SA65AY

Clydach Road

SA66DZ

Brayley Road

SA66FJ

Parc Ceirw

SA66JF

Chemical Road

SA68HU

Parc Avenue

SA66GY

Springfield Street

SA66HH

Pleasant Street

SA66JP

Heol Yr Eithen

SA66NH

Heol Maes Eglwys

SA66QN

Clydach Road

SA67BE

Llys Y Graig

SA66DL

Harry Street

SA66PW

Pentewan Close

SA66QD

Field Close

SA66QW

Clydach Road

SA66TA

Heol Y Drudwen

SA68BE

Clos Camlas

SA68BJ

Clos Yr Orsaf

SA68BN

Morfydd Street

SA68BT

Clase Road

Data Sources

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