Swansea Property Market Statistics 2026

Swansea is a city of around 251,300 people in Wales (ONS mid-2024 population estimate). This page brings together the current verified figures on Swansea house prices, rents and rental yields, drawn from the ONS/HM Land Registry UK House Price Index and ONS Private Rent and House Price Statistics. Every figure below carries its own source and date so it can be checked or quoted directly. For a wider view of the national picture, see our UK Rental Market Statistics 2026 and UK Landlord Statistics 2026 pages.

Last Updated: July 2026 | Next Update: October 2026

Swansea Key Stats at a Glance

Swansea House Prices in 2026

The average house price in Swansea has risen 1.4% in the year to April 2026 (ONS/HM Land Registry UK House Price Index (provisional)). For comparison, average prices across Wales rose 3.5% over the same period (ONS/HM Land Registry UK House Price Index (provisional)). That puts the typical Swansea home at £206,000, based on transactions recorded up to April 2026.

The Swansea Bay City Deal continues to fund digital and innovation projects across the wider region, aiming to diversify the local economy.

Local house price data of this kind is based on a smaller number of transactions than national figures, so short-term movements in a single city should be read as a trend rather than a precise monthly signal. Looked at over a full year, though, Swansea's rise of 1.4% gives a reasonably clear read on where the local market sits going into the second half of 2026.

Swansea Rents and Rental Yields

The average monthly rent in Swansea has risen 5.5% in the year to May 2026 (ONS Private Rent and House Price Statistics). That is against a wider Wales average rent increase of 4.7% over the same period (ONS Private Rent and House Price Statistics). That works out at £838 a month for the average Swansea let as of May 2026.

Putting the two figures together gives the gross rental yield, the standard way of comparing rental income against purchase price before costs. For Swansea: (£838 x 12 months) / £206,000 x 100 = 4.9% gross yield. This is a gross, pre-cost figure; it does not account for mortgage interest, management fees, maintenance, void periods or tax, all of which reduce the net return a landlord actually receives. For the national landlord and rental picture, including how gross and net yields typically compare, see our UK Landlord Statistics 2026 and UK Rental Market Statistics 2026 pages.

The Copr Bay regeneration scheme, including a new arena and digital district, has reshaped Swansea's waterfront and city centre in recent years.

What's Shaping the Swansea Property Market

Swansea University's Bay Campus expansion continues to add to the city's student population and rental demand.

Landlords and investors trying to translate these figures into an actual purchase in Swansea typically work with property sourcing agents to find stock that fits the numbers above, rather than relying on portal browsing alone, since the best-priced opportunities in a market like this rarely stay listed for long. This page is a statistics reference rather than a buying guide; for an area-by-area breakdown of where to invest within Swansea, see our Swansea property investment guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average house price in Swansea in 2026?

The average house price in Swansea was £206,000 in April 2026 (ONS/HM Land Registry UK House Price Index (provisional)), up 1.4% from April 2025.

What is the average rent in Swansea?

The average monthly rent in Swansea was £838 in May 2026 (ONS Private Rent and House Price Statistics), up 5.5% from May 2025.

What rental yield can landlords expect in Swansea?

Based on the average purchase price of £206,000 and average monthly rent of £838, the gross rental yield in Swansea works out at 4.9%. This is a gross figure before mortgage costs, management fees, maintenance and tax, so actual net returns will be lower.

Is the Swansea property market rising or falling in 2026?

Swansea house prices have risen 1.4% over the past year, while rents have risen 5.5% over the same period. The two do not always move together, and the gap between price growth and rent growth is one reason gross yields shift from year to year.

Where can I find area-by-area investment analysis for Swansea?

This page focuses on citywide statistics. For a breakdown of specific Swansea neighbourhoods and investment areas, see our Swansea property investment guide.

Sources and Methodology

Gross rental yield is calculated as (average monthly rent x 12) / average house price x 100, using the figures in the table above. It is a standard, transparent calculation, not a forecast, and does not represent net return after costs.

This page is a statistics reference. It does not constitute financial or investment advice. Figures are provisional and subject to revision by the original sources; always check the linked sources directly before relying on a figure for a decision.