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About

Ravenhill is a residential suburb situated approximately two miles north of Swansea city centre. The area is characterised by its quiet, leafy streets and a mix of housing, primarily from the early to mid-20th century. It is bordered by the expansive grounds of Singleton Park to the south and the university campus, creating a green and settled environment. The neighbourhood serves as a popular home for professionals and families seeking proximity to the city's amenities while maintaining a quieter pace.

The area's layout is defined by its position on a gentle hill, offering views over Swansea Bay from some of its higher points. Local facilities include a few convenience shops and is within walking distance of the comprehensive retail options on Uplands Crescent. A notable local landmark is the former Ravenhill Church, a distinctive stone building that now serves as a community theatre, adding a cultural focus to the suburb.

Area overview

On average Ravenhill has None deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ravenhill is £38,522 per year. Ravenhill is home to around 8,010 people, with a population density of about 2,377.0 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
66
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
2/10
Social housing
27.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ravenhill Population
8,010
Population density
2,377 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
31.96(-6%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.48(+4%)
Shoplifting
11.11(+73%)
Public order
8.11(-1%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.74(+5%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,040
87.87%
Other White
212
2.65%
Bangladeshi
141
1.76%
African
127
1.59%
Other Asian
85
1.06%
Total population: 8,012

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,776
28.48%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,343
21.53%
Level 3 (A level)
956
15.33%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
904
14.49%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
670
10.74%
Total 16+ residents: 6,237

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
955
28.26%
Owns outright
921
27.26%
Owns with a mortgage
856
25.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
464
13.73%
Other social rented
90
2.66%
Total households: 3,379

Property prices in Ravenhill

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £147,500 in Ravenhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £88,500 up to £312,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ravenhill 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 Ravenhill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced20£132,500
Semi-Detached26£159,500
Detached5£205,000

10 years median price trend in Ravenhill

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

All postcodes in Ravenhill

SA54BB

Parc Fforestfach

SA55AW

Ravenhill Road

SA57AS

Heol Frank

SA55AE

Mynydd Newydd Road

SA58DX

Gethin Close

SA55DW

Maes Y Felin

SA54AS

Llwyncelyn

SA54BH

Pant Yr Helyg

SA54AZ

Llwyn Derw

SA55EW

Cranmer Court

SA55EA

Rhodfar Brain

SA55AJ

Ravenhill Road

SA55JA

Caeconna Road

SA55AH

Ravenhill Road

SA58DR

Weig Gardens

SA54HA

Abergelly Road

SA57BB

Conway Road

SA55ET

Pentregethin Road

SA57BD

Conway Road

SA55DD

Burgley Court

SA55DL

Middle Road

SA58BU

Moorview Road

SA55DQ

Courtlands Way

SA55HT

Cadle Close

SA58DE

Gendros Avenue East

SA58BX

Gendros Avenue West

SA55EL

Heol Gruffydd

SA54NY

Fox Grove

SA55JD

Port Talbot Place

SA54BW

Carmarthen Road

SA54LL

Pontardulais Road

SA55EJ

Heol Calfin

SA58DT

Coedwig Place

SA55AG

Mynydd Newydd Road

SA55EF

Heol Awstin

SA54NG

Heol Iscoed

SA58DP

Gendros Avenue East

SA54LH

Ystrad Road

SA57AT

Peris Road

SA55EB

Rhodfar Brain

SA55EE

Heol Awstin

SA55HX

Caeconna Road

SA57EW

Eiddwen Road

SA54BU

Ystrad Road

SA55DZ

Maes Y Parc

SA58AF

Prescelli Road

SA58DY

Upper Gendros Crescent

SA54DA

Denver Road

SA54ND

Ystrad Road

SA54NB

Mynydd Bach Y Glo

SA54AN

Carmarthen Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.