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About

West Cross sits on a gentle slope overlooking Swansea Bay, primarily a residential neighbourhood with a mix of housing styles. The area is characterised by its quiet, leafy streets and proximity to the coastal path, offering direct access to the promenade and views across the water.

The local landscape is defined by the steep, wooded valleys of Clyne and Brynmill, with their public parks and gardens threading through the community. Clyne Gardens is a notable local feature, known for its extensive collection of rhododendrons and azaleas that create a vivid display in spring.

Area overview

On average West Cross has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Cross is £46,730 per year. West Cross is home to around 6,278 people, with a population density of about 2,529.1 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
16%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Cross Population
6,278
Population density
2,529.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
37.27(+2%)
Public order
10.04(+12%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.88(-32%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.96(-1%)
Shoplifting
5.73(-17%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,777
92.02%
Other White
142
2.26%
Other Asian
45
0.72%
Other
39
0.62%
Irish
37
0.59%
Total population: 6,278

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,153
40.52%
No qualifications
821
15.45%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
820
15.43%
Level 3 (A level)
720
13.55%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
335
6.31%
Total 16+ residents: 5,313

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,372
45.61%
Owns with a mortgage
725
24.1%
Social rents from council
522
17.35%
Private landlord or letting agency
244
8.11%
Other forms of private rent
70
2.33%
Total households: 3,008

Property prices in West Cross

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in West Cross area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £925,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Cross 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 West Cross over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£440,000
Flats7£137,000
Semi-Detached24£258,750
Terraced25£203,000

10 years median price trend in West Cross

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

All postcodes in West Cross

SA35ND

Greenbank Road

SA35TJ

Palmyra Court

SA35PF

Alderway

SA35TZ

Woodburn Drive

SA35PU

Riversdale Road

SA35TP

Norton Avenue

SA35RE

Hawkstone Close

SA35RJ

Southlands Drive

SA35EY

Moorside Road

SA35NF

Dolgoy Gardens

SA35QA

Bellevue Road

SA35AQ

Lilliput Lane

SA35JT

Cypress Avenue

SA35RW

Oak Tree Close

SA35HB

Sunnybank Close

SA35JD

Alderwood Road

SA35QE

Druslyn Road

SA35TX

West Cross Avenue

SA35UB

Longfields

SA35NZ

Broad Parks

SA35NU

Eastland Close

SA35JU

Lilac Close

SA35JY

Olive Road

SA34UW

Lambourne Drive

SA35LT

Dolgoy Close

SA35PJ

Northeron

SA35QL

Lundy Drive

SA35RS

Orchid Court

SA34TY

Highmead Avenue

SA35ES

Grange Road

SA35JP

Fairwood Road

SA35LP

Kenilworth Place

SA35EZ

Moorside Road

SA35JZ

Cedar Crescent

SA35QB

Bellevue Road

SA35TL

Bethany Lane

SA35AJ

Lilliput Lane

SA35RF

Rushwind Close

SA35TT

Hadland Terrace

SA34TL

Lynton Court

SA35LY

Woodland Avenue

SA35PQ

Silver Close

SA35JN

Kenilworth Place

SA35TU

Brooklyn Gardens

SA35NY

Yalton

SA35PZ

The Close

Data Sources

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