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Area guide

SA6 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SA6 postcode area, covering Swansea and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SA6 area price snapshot

Average price

£111,602

Median price

£89,000

5-year trend

+56.9%

Total sales

15,613

The SA6 area has 657 individual postcodes with 15,613 registered sales. Prices are +71.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Swansea. The five-year price movement is +56.9%.

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

SA6 averages £111,602, placing it in the affordable category, +71.9% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 15,613 recorded sales across 657 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SA6 is +56.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SA6

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in SA6 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 SA6.
  • 🏘️Explore Swansea. Much of the SA6 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 SA6 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 SA6

SA6 6FD

£90,427 avg · 214 sales

SA6 5EQ

£57,564 avg · 138 sales

SA6 7BG

£68,858 avg · 127 sales

SA6 6HU

£386,352 avg · 117 sales

SA6 7PW

£97,845 avg · 100 sales

SA6 6SS

£99,109 avg · 97 sales

SA6 6EY

£77,459 avg · 89 sales

SA6 6BJ

£58,183 avg · 88 sales

SA6 8LJ

£58,215 avg · 80 sales

View all 657 postcodes in SA6 →

Useful tools for SA6 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £111,602 in SA6

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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 SA6 with other areas

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Swansea data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SA6 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 SA6?

The average sold price in the SA6 postcode area is £111,602, based on 15,613 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Swansea.

How do SA6 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SA6 average £111,602, which is +71.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in SA6 lower than the average?

The median price (£89,000) is 20.3% below the average (£111,602), 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 SA6 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SA6 have moved +56.9% 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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