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Area guide

SA4 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SA4 postcode area, covering Swansea and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SA4 area price snapshot

Average price

£140,647

Median price

£125,000

5-year trend

+49.2%

Total sales

24,252

The SA4 area has 1,002 individual postcodes with 24,252 registered sales. Prices are +64.6% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Swansea. The five-year price movement is +49.2%.

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

SA4 averages £140,647, placing it in the affordable category, +64.6% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 24,252 recorded sales across 1,002 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SA4 is +49.2%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SA4

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in SA4 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in SA4.
  • 🏘️Explore Swansea. Much of the SA4 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 SA4 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 SA4

SA4 4QD

£129,065 avg · 186 sales

SA4 4NW

£117,740 avg · 183 sales

SA4 4QF

£133,451 avg · 178 sales

SA4 6UJ

£148,615 avg · 175 sales

SA4 0XR

£102,104 avg · 173 sales

SA4 9ZS

£108,839 avg · 166 sales

SA4 0XN

£89,669 avg · 164 sales

SA4 9DR

£157,711 avg · 164 sales

SA4 9HF

£249,837 avg · 141 sales

View all 1,002 postcodes in SA4 →

Useful tools for SA4 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£313

Avg £140,647 in SA4

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 SA4 with other areas

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Swansea data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SA4 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 SA4?

The average sold price in the SA4 postcode area is £140,647, based on 24,252 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Swansea.

How do SA4 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SA4 average £140,647, which is +64.6% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in SA4 lower than the average?

The median price (£125,000) is 11.1% below the average (£140,647), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have SA4 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SA4 have moved +49.2% 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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