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About

Sketty is a residential ward situated to the west of Swansea city centre, bordering Singleton Park and the university campus. The area is characterised by tree-lined streets and a mix of housing, from larger detached homes to more modest terraces. Its proximity to the expansive parkland and the higher education institutions contributes significantly to its character and population.

The ward includes the village-like centre of Sketty Cross, with its local shops and services. A notable feature is the Grade II listed Sketty Hall, a 19th-century mansion set within its own grounds, which now serves as a public library and community venue. The area provides direct access to the wooded trails of Clyne Valley Country Park, offering a contrast to the suburban surroundings.

Area overview

On average Sketty has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Sketty is £52,087 per year. Sketty is home to around 14,780 people, with a population density of about 2,175.1 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
14.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sketty Population
14,780
Population density
2,175.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.94(-37%)
Public order
5.21(-42%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.74(-67%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.72(-54%)
Shoplifting
2.71(-61%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,214
82.64%
Other White
536
3.63%
Arab
261
1.77%
Other Asian
240
1.62%
Indian
229
1.55%
Total population: 14,780

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,485
43.63%
Level 3 (A level)
2,517
20.02%
No qualifications
1,541
12.26%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,448
11.52%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
698
5.55%
Total 16+ residents: 12,571

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,549
40.66%
Owns with a mortgage
1,783
28.44%
Private landlord or letting agency
722
11.52%
Social rents from council
608
9.7%
Other social rented
458
7.31%
Total households: 6,269

Property prices in Sketty

Based on 158 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Sketty area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,000 up to £835,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sketty 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 Sketty over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached65£400,000
Flats15£155,000
Semi-Detached54£295,500
Terraced24£211,000

10 years median price trend in Sketty

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

Data Sources

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