Sketty, Swansea: Jobs
Jobs
Public services dominate Sketty's job market. Health, education, and public administration together make up nearly half of all employment in the neighbourhood.
Health and social work is the biggest employer, with over 1,100 residents working in the sector. Education comes a close second, with nearly 1,000 people in schools, colleges, or universities. Public administration adds another 600 or so jobs.
Professional and technical roles are on the rise, along with retail and construction work.
Working from home is really common here — around 35% of workers do it, which is notably high. Most others drive to work. Bus, walking, and cycling make up a smaller but meaningful share, so Sketty works well if you want flexibility in how you work.
Source: Census 2021 (ONS)
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Work patterns in this area
Commute to work
65%
Work from home
35%
Local employers by sector
Human health and social work activities
20%
Education
17%
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
11%
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
11%
Professional, scientific and technical activities
7%
Construction
6%
Accommodation and food service activities
5%
Manufacturing
4%
Financial and insurance activities
4%
Other industries (arts, leisure, personal services)
3%
