SA5Swansea

Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley

Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley investment guide. Average gross yield 6.2%, unknown rental demand.

6.2%avg gross yield

£159kavg sold price (364 sales, 12mo)

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

6.2%

-1.6% vs Swansea avg (7.8%)

Average Asking Price

£158,614

high confidence (364 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£899

2-bed · 3-bed £944 · 7.2% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£175

City avg £167/sqft · 8 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SA5

1-bed

£598

per month

5.6% yield

2-bed

£899

per month

7.2% yield

3-bed

£944

per month

6.9% yield

4-bed

£1,701

per month

11.0% yield

Ownership mix

SA5 vs UK average · 26,996 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

31.3%(UK 32.9%)

-1.6pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

27.4%(UK 29.7%)

-2.3pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

15.0%(UK 20.3%)

-5.3pp 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 SA5

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	10.1%	£139,046	£1,171
Semi-detached →	8.6%	£180,000	£1,288
Detached →	5.5%	£279,000	£1,283
Flat →	10.3%	£91,819	£790

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About Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley (SA5, Swansea)

SA5 attracts property investors seeking solid gross yields of 6.2% with entry-level prices averaging £158,614. The affordable purchase point combined with consistent rental income across all property sizes makes this a popular choice for both first-time and portfolio landlords in the Swansea market.

The tenant demographic is mixed across bedroom types, though 4-bedroom properties show notably stronger yields at 11%, suggesting demand from larger households or families. Single-bedroom units (5.6% yield) likely appeal to young professionals and students, while 2 and 3-bedroom properties serve mid-market renters seeking good value in an established residential area.

Prospective investors should note that specific rental demand data is unavailable for SA5, making it essential to conduct independent local market research before committing. The wide yield variance by bedroom type (5.6% to 11%) indicates uneven demand patterns, so property selection and condition will be critical success factors.

Sold Price Trend - SA5

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+57.6% over 2 years

Flip Activity - SA5

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

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+59.5%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

15 mo

Flip rate

2.3%

of all sales

Recent case studies

middle road

Semi

Bought Jan 25

£123k

Sold Mar 26

£245k

15 mo+99.2%

ael y bryn road

Semi

Bought Jun 25

£125k

Sold Feb 26

£180k

8 mo+44.0%

prescelli road

Semi

Bought Jul 24

£100k

Sold Jan 26

£159k

18 mo+49.9%*

Gross 59.0%

swansea road

Terraced

Bought May 24

£90k

Sold Oct 25

£160k

17 mo+63.4%*

Gross 77.8%

heol awstin

Semi

Bought Apr 24

£108k

Sold Sept 25

£138k

17 mo+19.3%*

Gross 27.8%

robert street

Terraced

Bought Jul 24

£95k

Sold Aug 25

£160k

13 mo+58.3%*

Gross 68.4%

* 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 - SA5

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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118 Manor Road Manselton, Swansea, SA5 9PN
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