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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 high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 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
69
Deprivation level
8/10
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
32.58(-11%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.36(-8%)
Shoplifting
12.73(+83%)
Public order
9.11(+2%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.24(-10%)
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 41 recent sales, the median property price is £138,000 in Ravenhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 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
Detached2£290,500
Semi-Detached17£140,000
Terraced22£131,000

10 years median price trend in Ravenhill

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

All postcodes in Ravenhill

SA55DG

Latimer Court

SA57EZ

Clwyd Road

SA55AG

Mynydd Newydd Road

SA55EW

Cranmer Court

SA57AX

Berwyn Place

SA54BL

Carmarthen Road

SA55JE

Port Talbot Place

SA58BS

Penrhos Place

SA54DL

Kingsway

SA58DX

Gethin Close

SA54BY

Ystrad Road

SA55DY

Ffordd Y Brain

SA58BR

Upper Kings Head Road

SA54HA

Abergelly Road

SA54LL

Pontardulais Road

SA55AW

Ravenhill Road

SA55EQ

Heol Awstin

SA54AL

Carmarthen Road

SA54BZ

Denver Road

SA54PG

Richmond Way

SA55EA

Rhodfar Brain

SA55EB

Rhodfar Brain

SA57AU

Conway Road

SA57BB

Conway Road

SA57EW

Eiddwen Road

SA55HP

Cadle Crescent

SA58EG

Middle Road

SA58AJ

Pentregethin Road

SA58BU

Moorview Road

SA55EH

Heol Calfin

SA57BA

Conway Road

SA58DA

Kings Head Road

SA54DY

Abergelly Road

SA55JD

Port Talbot Place

SA58AB

Pentregethin Road

SA54AA

Carmarthen Road

SA55EG

Heol Awstin

SA55JA

Caeconna Road

SA54AX

Llwyn Bedw

SA54NE

Ystrad Road

SA58DS

Weig Gardens

SA54BN

Carmarthen Road

SA55JF

Glasbrook Place

SA55AA

Moorview Road

SA55DH

Middle Road

SA54ND

Ystrad Road

SA57AR

Heol Frank

SA58DE

Gendros Avenue East

SA58BY

Rhos Road

SA54HB

Jubilee Court

SA55AE

Mynydd Newydd Road

Data Sources

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