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Waunarlwydd

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About

Waunarlwydd is a residential ward located to the northwest of Swansea city centre, bordered by the main A483 road and the Loughor estuary. The area is primarily composed of housing estates, local shops, and community facilities. Its landscape is characterised by open green spaces, including the large area of Waunarlwydd Park, which provides recreational space for residents. The ward maintains a distinct separation from the neighbouring industrial zones, creating a quieter suburban environment.

The community is served by its own primary school and social club, with strong local ties. A notable local landmark is the historic Waunarlwydd RFC rugby club, which has been a focal point for the area for over a century. The ward's proximity to the estuary means some parts offer views across the water towards Llanelli. Transport links are provided by regular bus services connecting residents to Swansea and Gorseinon.

Area overview

On average Waunarlwydd has average deprivation and average crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, in line with the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 22.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Waunarlwydd is £44,531 per year. Waunarlwydd is home to around 3,338 people, with a population density of about 1,112.6 per km².

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
22.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Waunarlwydd Population
3,338
Population density
1,112.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
44.64(+32%)
Shoplifting
20.37(+217%)
Public order
12.58(+53%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.78(-17%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.79(+6%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,131
93.77%
Other White
77
2.31%
Other Asian
42
1.26%
White and Asian (mixed)
19
0.57%
Pakistani
13
0.39%
Total population: 3,339

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
759
26.88%
No qualifications
602
21.32%
Level 3 (A level)
465
16.47%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
439
15.55%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
267
9.45%
Total 16+ residents: 2,824

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
607
39.36%
Owns with a mortgage
373
24.19%
Social rents from council
298
19.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
151
9.79%
Other social rented
82
5.32%
Total households: 1,542

Property prices in Waunarlwydd

Median price£197,000
Price per sq ft£235
Sales (last 12 months)19
Typical range (middle 50%)£158K – £222K

Based on 19 recent sales, the median property price is £197,000 (about £235 per square foot) in Waunarlwydd area, with individual transactions ranging from £73,000 up to £580,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Waunarlwydd over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached4£357,500£226
Semi-Detached5£210,000£219
Flats1£180,000£299
Terraced9£155,000£256

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Waunarlwydd

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Waunarlwydd.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£122,500£131,250£92,500
2017£146,000£125,000£90,250
2018£149,000£132,500£85,000
2019£196,500£149,975£94,000
2020£223,000£140,000£108,000
2021£235,000£162,250£130,000
2022£238,750£179,975£153,500
2023£170,000£170,000£180,000
2024£195,000£207,500£130,500
2025£245,000£190,000£155,000
2026£210,000£210,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Waunarlwydd.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Waunarlwydd.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£143£134£101
2017£150£147£120
2018£164£160£131
2019£157£170£121
2020£138£179£151
2021£177£183£184
2022£207£184£207
2023£208£195£184
2024£167£234£206
2025£226£219£214
2026£212£291
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Waunarlwydd.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Waunarlwydd in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Waunarlwydd

Is Waunarlwydd safe?

Waunarlwydd records about 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a average crime rate for England: it scores 5 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Waunarlwydd?

The median sale price in Waunarlwydd is £197,000 (about £235 per square foot) based on 19 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Waunarlwydd?

Waunarlwydd scores 6 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Waunarlwydd sits around rank 877 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Waunarlwydd?

The average household income in Waunarlwydd is around £44,531 per year, and 22% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Waunarlwydd?

Waunarlwydd is represented by 1 elected councillor: Wendy Georgina Lewis (Labour Party).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.