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Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley

Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley investment guide. Average gross yield 5.2%, landlord's market rental demand.

5.2%avg gross yield
£170kavg sold price (409 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.2%
-2.6% vs Swansea avg (7.8%)
Average Asking Price
£170,405
high confidence (409 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£880
2-bed · 3-bed £974 · 6.7% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£213
City avg £167/sqft · 46 above average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SA6
1-bed
£666
per month
6.4% yield
2-bed
£880
per month
6.7% yield
3-bed
£974
per month
6.7% yield
4-bed
£1,099
per month
5.4% yield
Ownership mix
SA6 vs UK average · 20,404 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Distinct tenure mix: 16% privately rented (btl) (5pp lower than the UK average of 20%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
36.4%(UK 32.9%)
+3.5pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
30.9%(UK 29.7%)
+1.2pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
15.6%(UK 20.3%)
-4.7pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
17.1%(UK 17.1%)
+0.0pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in SA6
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced8.3%£129,500£894
Semi-detached6.4%£175,000£930
Detached4.3%£271,933£984
Flat9.9%£101,431£841

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About Morriston & Upper Swansea Valley (SA6, Swansea)

SA6 attracts property investors seeking accessible entry-level yields in the 5-6% range, with particularly strong returns on 2-bed and 3-bed properties at 6.7%. The average asking price of £170,405 offers relatively low capital requirements compared to other UK markets, making this area accessible for portfolio expansion or first-time buy-to-let investors.

This is a landlord's market with consistent rental demand, supporting a mixed tenant base of young professionals, families, and benefit-supported renters. The rental spread across bedroom sizes is relatively tight (£666-£1,099 monthly), indicating stable, predictable demand without heavy reliance on any single tenant demographic.

Investors should note that 4-bed properties yield notably lower at 5.4%, suggesting potential overcapacity in that segment. Market fundamentals are sound, but like many Valley communities, economic resilience and local employment trends warrant monitoring to sustain long-term tenant quality and rental growth.

Sold Price Trend - SA6
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
-6.1% over 2 years
Flip Activity - SA6
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
5
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+43.8%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
14 mo
Flip rate
0.6%
of all sales
Recent case studies
kingrosia park
Detached
Bought Dec 24
£178k
Sold Jan 26
£265k
14 mo+41.3%*
Gross 48.9%
vicarage road
Semi
Bought May 24
£162k
Sold Apr 25
£245k
11 mo+43.8%*
Gross 51.2%
long view road
Semi
Bought Jul 23
£110k
Sold Dec 24
£135k
17 mo+19.0%*
Gross 22.7%
penydre road
Semi
Bought Feb 24
£90k
Sold Dec 24
£169k
10 mo+85.9%*
Gross 87.8%
pen yr yrfa
Detached
Bought Apr 23
£160k
Sold Jun 24
£286k
14 mo+74.4%*
Gross 78.8%
* 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 - SA6
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
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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