Living in SA5: Liveability Score 64/100

Swansea, Wales

Last updated 25 June 2026

64
OUT OF 100
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Postcodes scored in this district

Every active postcode in SA5, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
45

Crime is around the national average. 5,385 offences recorded across 36 local areas in the past year.

Environment
72

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools

School rating data unavailable. This district may be outside England.

Healthcare
79

Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 3 GP surgeries and 3 hospital facilities serve the area.

Broadband
76

95% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health

No official data available for this category.

Bills
64

Band D council tax £2,143/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Transport
76

Good transport links with regular public transport options.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
63

Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 231 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

SA5 covers 746 active postcodes in Swansea, Wales.

Frequently asked questions

Is SA5 a safe area to live?

SA5 scores 45/100 for safety. Crime is around the national average. 5,385 offences recorded across 36 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in SA5?

Ofsted school data is not available for SA5.

How good is the broadband in SA5?

Broadband in SA5 scores 76/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does SA5 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include SA99, SA80, SA1. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for SA5?

SA5 scores 64/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.

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