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Area guide

SA3 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SA3 postcode area, covering Swansea and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SA3 area price snapshot

Average price

£242,276

Median price

£230,500

5-year trend

+159.9%

Total sales

15,064

The SA3 area has 673 individual postcodes with 15,064 registered sales. Prices are +38.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Swansea. The five-year price movement is +159.9%.

About Swansea

Wales' second city on the Gower Peninsula with a regenerating waterfront, direct GWR trains to London Paddington and some of the best value coastal housing in the UK.

🚆 Main station

Swansea

⏱️ London commute

~175 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Bishop Gore School

View full Swansea property data →

Market context

With an average of £242,276, SA3 is a mid-range area, +38.9% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 15,064 recorded sales across 673 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SA3 is +159.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SA3

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how SA3 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in SA3.
  • 🏘️Explore Swansea. Much of the SA3 activity centres on Swansea. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SA3 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in SA3

SA3 3JB

£154,525 avg · 193 sales

SA3 1LS

£145,840 avg · 160 sales

SA3 5BS

£159,741 avg · 144 sales

SA3 4RY

£205,690 avg · 133 sales

SA3 4QS

£102,849 avg · 132 sales

SA3 3BB

£116,583 avg · 105 sales

SA3 1AY

£64,296 avg · 93 sales

SA3 4SU

£180,514 avg · 83 sales

SA3 1LQ

£177,265 avg · 78 sales

View all 673 postcodes in SA3 →

Useful tools for SA3 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,346

Avg £242,276 in SA3

Full guide →

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare SA3 with other areas

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Swansea data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SA3 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in SA3?

The average sold price in the SA3 postcode area is £242,276, based on 15,064 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Swansea.

How do SA3 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SA3 average £242,276, which is +38.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is SA3 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

SA3 is +38.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 673 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have SA3 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SA3 have moved +159.9% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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