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Mynydd-bach

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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 moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. 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. 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
78
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
20.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Mynydd-bach Population
8,947
Population density
2,513.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
36.33(-1%)
Anti-social behaviour
12.97(-11%)
Public order
10.62(+19%)
Shoplifting
9.05(+30%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.82(-3%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,278
92.53%
Other White
193
2.16%
Other Asian
128
1.43%
Indian
84
0.94%
Chinese
36
0.4%
Total population: 8,946

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,780
24.32%
No qualifications
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

Housing tenure

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

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 in Mynydd-bach area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £670,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Mynydd-bach 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 Mynydd-bach over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£222,500
Flats2£98,500
Semi-Detached40£183,000
Terraced21£136,500

10 years median price trend in Mynydd-bach

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Mynydd-bach.

Data Sources

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