Waterfront, Swansea: Jobs

Health and education are the big employers in Waterfront, with professional services and retail also important. What really stands out is how many people work from home here. Health and social work is the largest sector, employing around 1 in 5 residents. Education comes a close second. Together, these two industries account for nearly a third of all jobs in the neighbourhood. Public administration and professional services round out a strong public and knowledge-based economy. Working from home is particularly common — 534 out of 1,602 working residents (roughly 33%) work mainly at home. That's significantly higher than the national average. For those who do commute, driving is the most popular option. Retail and manufacturing also have a foothold here, which means the neighbourhood's economy isn't reliant on just one industry.