Area Overview for Castle Community

Street scene in Swansea in Castle Community
Craddock Street, Swansea (Recreated) in Castle Community
Swansea Kingsway (Recreated) in Castle Community
Castle Street, Swansea (Recreated) in Castle Community
The entrance to Parc Tawe North in Castle Community
The Strand, behind High Street in Castle Community
Swansea Unitarian Church in Castle Community
Looking down the Strand in Castle Community
Looking up Union Street from the Oxford Street  crossroad in Castle Community
The Kingsway, Swansea in Castle Community
Swansea in Castle Community
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Area Information

Castle Community is a civil parish located in Wales covering a compact area of 2.3 square kilometres. With a population of 2,469 residents, the area maintains a managed density of 1,075 people per square kilometre. Living in this parish offers a specific demographic profile immediately distinct from many other British settlements, with a significant portion of the population falling into the older age groups. The community is defined by its rural classification within the wider geographical region, yet it supports a resident base large enough to sustain essential village amenities. You will find that daily life here revolves around this central demographic reality, where services are tailored to the needs of a mature populace. The sheer size of the parish relative to its population means that open space is interspersed through residential zones, creating a unique living environment. Whether you are seeking a quiet corner in a smaller Welsh settlement or considering relocation to a defined civil parish, Castle Community presents these specific characteristics. It is a place where the scale of the community is directly tied to its demographic composition, resulting in a neighbourhood that feels both contained and established.

Area Type
Parish
Area Size
2.3 km²
Population
2469
Population Density
1075 people/km²

Demographics

The demographic fabric of Castle Community is heavily weighted towards older age groups, with a median age of 70 years. This statistic confirms that the area primarily serves as a retirement destination or a location for later-life living rather than a hub for young families or working professionals in their prime earning years. Home ownership represents a minority of the total housing stock, standing at just 29%. Consequently, the vast majority of the 2,469 residents operate under a different tenure model, suggesting a high proportion of private rentals or social housing. The available data does not specify the breakdown of household composition or the predominant ethnic group, indicating a lack of granular detail in these specific categories. Religion and accommodation type data are also not explicitly detailed in the records provided. Despite these gaps in specific breakdown, the age profile is a defining feature. You should anticipate a community where social services, leisure options, and local conscience groups cater largely to seniors. The low home ownership rate implies that long-term residents may rely heavily on rental agreements, which can affect community stability and investment patterns within these specific plots of land.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

29
majority

Ethnic Group

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Religion

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Household Composition

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Age

70
median
Age: Total
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Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

18
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

  • Flood Risk
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  • Ramsar Wetland Sites
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  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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  • Protected Nature Reserve
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  • Protected Woodland
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the primary demographic living in Castle Community?
The community is dominated by older residents, with a median age of 70. This profile suggests the area functions primarily as a retirement location or a setting for later-life living rather than a family hub.

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