SA1Swansea

SA1 Waterfront & City Centre

SA1 Waterfront & City Centre investment guide. Average gross yield 7.7%, landlord's market rental demand.

7.7%avg gross yield

£146kavg sold price (638 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

7.7%

-0.1% vs Swansea avg (7.8%)

Average Asking Price

£146,189

high confidence (638 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,043

2-bed · 3-bed £1,085 · 8.8% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£185

City avg £167/sqft · 18 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SA1

1-bed

£743

per month

7.6% yield

2-bed

£1,043

per month

8.8% yield

3-bed

£1,085

per month

8.4% yield

4-bed

£1,432

per month

9.8% yield

Ownership mix

SA1 vs UK average · 32,218 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

High social-rent share: 26% socially rented (9pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

24.9%(UK 32.9%)

-8.0pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

21.9%(UK 29.7%)

-7.8pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

26.9%(UK 20.3%)

+6.6pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

26.3%(UK 17.1%)

+9.2pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in SA1

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Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	8.8%	£145,000	£1,068
Semi-detached →	8.4%	£151,425	£1,062
Detached →	5.9%	£236,671	£1,171
Flat →	8.5%	£125,949	£891

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About SA1 Waterfront & City Centre (SA1, Swansea)

SA1 presents a compelling investment case with a 7.7% gross yield and entry prices averaging £146,189. The area benefits from strong rental demand in a landlord's market, with particularly attractive yields on larger properties—4-bedroom homes achieve 9.8% gross yield. These fundamentals make SA1 accessible for both new and experienced investors seeking consistent returns.

The tenant demographic is diverse, reflecting SA1's mix of waterfront regeneration and proximity to Swansea city centre. Demand spans young professionals attracted to modern developments, students benefiting from university proximity, and families seeking affordable urban living. Two and four-bedroom properties show the strongest rental performance, suggesting demand across both smaller households and family units.

Investors should monitor the area's ongoing regeneration projects and their impact on property values and rental demand. While current market conditions favour landlords, the relative affordability means competition from other investors may increase. Property condition and management costs should be carefully assessed, as older stock in the area may require renovation or carry higher maintenance expenses.

Sold Price Trend - SA1

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+1.1% over 2 years

Flip Activity - SA1

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

↑ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+51.5%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

11 mo

Flip rate

1.1%

of all sales

Recent case studies

st illtyds crescent

Terraced

Bought May 24

£120k

Sold Sept 25

£239k

16 mo+85.3%*

Gross 99.2%

bryn helyg

Semi

Bought May 24

£140k

Sold Aug 25

£196k

15 mo+30.3%*

Gross 40.0%

robert owen gardens

Terraced

Bought Oct 24

£86k

Sold Jun 25

£120k

8 mo+37.4%*

Gross 39.5%

osterley street

Terraced

Bought Sept 24

£105k

Sold Jun 25

£160k

9 mo+49.6%*

Gross 52.4%

townhill road

Terraced

Bought Oct 24

£84k

Sold Jun 25

£130k

8 mo+53.3%*

Gross 55.7%

delhi street

Terraced

Bought Jul 23

£77k

Sold Jan 25

£160k

18 mo+101.8%*

Gross 107.8%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - SA1

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of Swansea. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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