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Seven Sisters, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Seven Sisters is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,123. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,123 Population 472/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
54.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,176 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,176 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$199,577 home value, $1,154/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Seven Sisters

Seven Sisters

Seven Sisters is a village and community in the Dulais Valley, Wales, UK. It lies 10 miles (16 km) north-east of Neath. Seven Sisters falls within the Seven Sisters ward of Neath Port Talbot county borough.

People

Population2,123
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,176
Per Capita$46,176
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

A
Home Value$199,577
Rent$1,154
Ownership66.7%
Housing Units849

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+43.3%

Community

Population2,123
Population Density472 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates51.7667°, -3.7167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation54.2 inches (1,377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,176
Median Age43.2 years

About Seven Sisters

Seven Sisters is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,123. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Seven Sisters has a population of 2,123 with a density of 472 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly Asian (1.9%), with 1.6% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,123
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above United Kingdom avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.6%

Social Characteristics

Seven Sisters vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Seven Sisters is $46,176, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,176 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $888, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 193 business establishments. 21.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Seven Sisters vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,176
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,176
Avg Weekly Wage$888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)193

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Seven Sisters is $199,577, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,154 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 849 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,577
29% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,154
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units849

Property Tax

Seven Sisters experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates51.7667°N, 3.7167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.2"
43% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.14"
Driest Month (May) 3.11"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 136 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 79 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 14 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 11 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 55 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 109 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 142 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 131 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 146 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 91 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 91 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 57 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 145 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 89 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 33 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 43 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 49 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 39 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 96 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m — 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 6.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in

Seven Sisters has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.1").

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25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.3%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home21.1%

Schools in Seven Sisters

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Blaendulais Primary School — — — —
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Blaendulais — — — —
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Radio Stations near Seven Sisters

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio — MP3 128 kbps
XL:UK Radio afrobeat, asian urban hits MP3 192 kbps
Easy 50s — MP3
Nation 60s — MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love — AAC+ 47 kbps
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Seven Sisters

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1940s Swansea Bay
Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre
Afan Forest Mining museum
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum
Cefn Junction
Dylan Thomas Centre
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
National Waterfront Museum
Oriel Science
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum Collections Centre
Swansea Museum Tramway Centre

Libraries in Seven Sisters

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberkenfig Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Bay Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Brynhyfryd Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Cwmafan Library0.0
Glynneath Library0.0
Hirwaun Library0.0
Llandovery Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Neath Library0.0
Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services0.0
Penlan Community Centre and Library0.0
Pethau Pawb0.0
Pontardawe Library0.0
Pyle Library0.0
Resolven Library0.0
Seven Sisters Community Centre0.0
Skewen Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Taibach Community Library0.0
Treorchy Library0.0
Ystradgynlais Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Seven Sisters

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Neath Indoor Market
Swansea Market

Restaurants in Seven Sisters

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rheolau Arms

Cafes in Seven Sisters

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parc Ferme

Gas Stations in Seven Sisters

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Continental Service Station

Stadiums & Teams in Seven Sisters

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Seven Sisters

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan—Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor—Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip—Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip—Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip—Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip—Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip—Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport—Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip—Small Airport
Talgarth Glider Field—Small Airport

Post Offices in Seven Sisters

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Seven Sisters Post Office

Treatment Centers in Seven Sisters

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Weight Loss Doctor Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seven Sisters

What is the population of Seven Sisters?

Seven Sisters has a population of 2,123 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 472 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Seven Sisters expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,176, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $199,577 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,154 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Seven Sisters?

Seven Sisters has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches.

How is the job market in Seven Sisters?

The unemployment rate in Seven Sisters is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $888. There are 193 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Seven Sisters?

The median home value in Seven Sisters is $199,577. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,154. The homeownership rate is 66.7%.

How are the schools in Seven Sisters?

25.8% of adults in Seven Sisters hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Seven Sisters?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Seven Sisters is 1.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.9% Asian. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability.

Nearby Cities

Ystradgynlais, WLS 8,267 pop · 2.1 mi Ystalyfera, WLS 10,218 pop · 2.7 mi Crynant, WLS 1,602 pop · 2.9 mi Resolven, WLS 2,068 pop · 3.9 mi Glyn-neath, WLS 5,419 pop · 4.4 mi Brynamman, WLS 5,693 pop · 6.8 mi Glyncorrwg, WLS 1,096 pop · 7.1 mi Neath, WLS 46,126 pop · 8.1 mi Hirwaun, WLS 7,247 pop · 9.0 mi Blaengwynfi, WLS 1,362 pop · 9.0 mi Croeserw, WLS 1,595 pop · 9.0 mi Glanamman, WLS 4,168 pop · 9.5 mi Clydach, WLS 19,307 pop · 9.7 mi Briton Ferry, WLS 35,179 pop · 10.3 mi
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