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About

Mynydd-bach is a residential ward situated in the north of Swansea, bordering Townhill and Mayhill. The area is characterised by its elevated position, offering views across the city towards Swansea Bay. Housing primarily consists of terraced and semi-detached homes, with local amenities focused along Carmarthen Road. The community is served by several primary schools and has good transport links into the city centre.

The ward's geography is defined by its namesake, Mynydd-bach Hill, a prominent green space that provides a distinct rural contrast within the urban setting. This hill features walking paths and is a notable local landmark. The area maintains a practical, neighbourhood feel with essential shops and services catering to daily needs, reflecting its established residential character.

Area overview

On average Mynydd-bach has average deprivation and low crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 16% below the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 20.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Mynydd-bach is £39,324 per year. The median sale price in Mynydd-bach is £180,000 (around £198 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £142,750 and £228,250. Mynydd-bach is home to around 8,947 people, with a population density of about 2,513.7 per km².

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Mynydd-bach Population

8,947

Population density

2,513.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

37.11(+9%)

Anti-social behaviour

11.51(-12%)

Public order

9.17(+12%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.82(+7%)

Shoplifting

7.27(+13%)

Wales average

Demographics

British

8,278

92.53%

Other White

193

2.16%

Other Asian

128

1.43%

Indian

0.94%

Chinese

0.4%

Total population: 8,946

Economics

No qualifications

1,780

24.32%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,780

24.32%

Level 3 (A level)

1,137

15.54%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,086

14.84%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

714

9.76%

Total 16+ residents: 7,318

Housing

Owns outright

1,525

38.23%

Owns with a mortgage

1,023

25.65%

Social rents from council

639

16.02%

Other social rented

376

9.43%

Private landlord or letting agency

331

8.3%

Total households: 3,989

Property prices in Mynydd-bach

Median price: £180,000

Price per sq ft: £198

Sales (last 12 months): 79

Typical range (middle 50%): £143K – £228K

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 (about £198 per square foot) in Mynydd-bach area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £495,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Mynydd-bach over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	24	£240,000	£260	£170,750	£215,000	£271,500	£330,075
Semi-Detached	35	£180,000	£200	£114,000	£144,000	£207,500	£250,000
Terraced	20	£137,500	£154	£84,000	£122,813	£168,500	£185,250

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Mynydd-bach

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Mynydd-bach.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£152,000	£115,000	£83,500
2017	£152,250	£122,000	£90,000
2018	£179,975	£128,000	£100,000
2019	£145,000	£132,500	£95,000
2020	£165,000	£137,500	£104,500
2021	£182,500	£152,000	£120,000
2022	£240,000	£169,000	£130,000
2023	£242,500	£159,500	£130,000
2024	£260,000	£174,000	£129,000
2025	£235,000	£184,500	£138,000
2026	£250,000	£175,000	£134,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Mynydd-bach.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£165	£133	£102
2017	£154	£120	£109
2018	£165	£129	£106
2019	£160	£146	£106
2020	£172	£144	£115
2021	£187	£160	£135
2022	£199	£180	£152
2023	£202	£198	£137
2024	£233	£197	£154
2025	£259	£211	£161
2026	£265	£194	£149

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Local government

Elected councillors for Mynydd-bach ward.

Local councillors

Jess Pritchard

Mynydd-bach - Elected 5 May 2022

Labour Party

Mike Lewis

Mynydd-bach - Elected 5 May 2022

Labour Party

Sam Pritchard

Mynydd-bach - Elected 5 May 2022

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About

Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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Property prices in Mynydd-bach

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Mynydd-bach

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

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