Thai Restaurants in
Swansea — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 15 (13 dine-in, 2 takeaway)
Population: 247,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★ 3.9/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.9% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Competitive

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
Thai TasterestaurantSA1 3PQ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai Bach ExpressrestaurantSA2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai Bach ExpressrestaurantSA2 7JU⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Toi Aroi ThairestaurantSA1 2HL⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Nok Nok Authentic Thai FoodrestaurantSA3 4BN⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chai DelicatessenrestaurantSA3 4EL⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai-Dee Cuisine LimitedtakeawaySA3 4DL⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai LotusrestaurantSA1 8AW⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai KitchentakeawaySA4 4BL⭐⭐⭐⭐
Aor Thai FoodrestaurantSA6 8AR⭐⭐⭐

14 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★4.0 average hygiene rating · 0.9% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-03

Market Position High competition Competition

  • vs London: Swansea has 3.7% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 2.8% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Swansea accounts for 0.9% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses.
  • Competition Level: High competition
14
Total Thai Businesses
12
Dine-in Restaurants
2
Takeaways
★★★★☆
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Swansea has 14 Thai food businesses serving a population of approximately 247,000. That's 5.7 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents — higher than the UK city average of 2.6/100k.

The market is moderately competitive — healthy supply relative to population.

Per-Capita Density
5.7/100k
UK avg: 2.6/100k (+3.1)
Hygiene Rating
★4.0
UK avg: ★4.3 (-0.3)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

86% of Thai food businesses in Swansea are dine-in restaurants (12), while 14% are takeaways (2).

This split matters for market entry strategy: a takeaway-heavy market suggests delivery-first demand; restaurant-dominant markets suggest eat-in culture.

How Swansea Compares

vs London: Swansea has 3.4% of London's 411 Thai businesses, despite having 2.8% of London's population.

vs UK total: Swansea accounts for 0.9% of all 1594 FSA-registered Thai businesses across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Swansea, the data suggests the market is moderately competitive — healthy supply relative to population. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Swansea stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Swansea

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Chai Delicatessen Restaurant ★★★★★ Nok Nok Authentic Thai Food Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Bach Express Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Bach Express Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Taste Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai-Dee Cuisine Limited Takeaway ★★★★★ Toi Aroi Thai Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Kitchen Takeaway ★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 15 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Swansea. Average hygiene rating: ★3.9/5. 13 dine-in, 2 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
Chai DelicatessenRestaurantSA3 4EL★★★★★
Nok Nok Authentic Thai FoodRestaurantSA3 4BN★★★★★
Thai Bach ExpressRestaurantSA2★★★★★
Thai Bach ExpressRestaurantSA2 7JU★★★★★
Thai TasteRestaurantSA1 3PQ★★★★★
Thai-Dee Cuisine LimitedTakeawaySA3 4DL★★★★★
Toi Aroi ThaiRestaurantSA1 2HL★★★★★
Thai KitchenTakeawaySA4 4BL★★★★
Thai LotusRestaurantSA1 8AW★★★★
Aor Thai FoodRestaurantSA6 8AR★★★

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Swansea: Mango Tree, Thai Express.

The remaining 13 businesses are independent.

View the complete UK Thai chain directory — location counts, city presence, and hygiene profiles for 12 major chains.

Popular Dining Postcodes

Thai restaurants in Swansea cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Swansea?

There are 15 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Swansea — 13 dine-in restaurants and 2 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Swansea?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Swansea include Chai Delicatessen, Nok Nok Authentic Thai Food, Thai Bach Express, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Swansea?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 15 Thai businesses in Swansea is 3.9/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Swansea?

Major Thai chains present in Swansea include Mango Tree, Thai Express. The remaining 13 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

Are there more dine-in Thai restaurants or takeaways in Swansea?

There are 13 dine-in restaurants and 2 takeaways in Swansea, which means 87% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

More UK Thai restaurant FAQs — hygiene ratings, pricing guides, delivery platforms, and data methodology.