SA4 encompasses Swansea's southwestern suburbs and coastal areas, currently tracking at the 75th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 54.6. Five-year data shows rental growth outpacing capital appreciation, with rents increasing at 6.4% CAGR against price growth of 3.4% CAGR. Population expanded 1.0% over the same period. The district remains in early gentrification stages, indicating infrastructure and demographic shifts are still establishing. For property investors, the rental-yield profile merits consideration alongside modest historical capital growth. Market fundamentals suggest the area is transitioning, though investors should assess local economic drivers and employment opportunities independently before making decisions.
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- 1Property prices up 2.6% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Swansea · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.0 points this month to 54/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
Swansea (SA4) common questions
Is Swansea up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Swansea (SA4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 54/100 (Strong), in the top 30% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Swansea safe?
Swansea has a safety score of 82/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Swansea?
The average property price in Swansea (SA4) is £206k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.6% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Swansea?
The median monthly rent in Swansea (SA4) is £827 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Swansea?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Torrington (EX38), Carmarthen (SA32), Llandeilo (SA19), Llanelli (SA14), Ammanford (SA18). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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