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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 None deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 45 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

Deprivation level

N/A

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sketty Population

14,780

Population density

2,175.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

24.22(-29%)

Anti-social behaviour

4.6(-65%)

Public order

4.33(-47%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.13(-44%)

Vehicle crime

3.11(+8%)

Wales average

Demographics

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

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

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 165 recent sales, the median property price is £328,000 in Sketty area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	67	£400,000	£222,100	£351,000	£495,000	£694,100
Flats	16	£154,500	£66,375	£83,250	£200,000	£344,500
Semi-Detached	60	£303,500	£174,850	£210,000	£350,000	£440,400
Terraced	22	£204,750	£165,450	£187,500	£269,375	£344,750

10 years median price trend in Sketty

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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