Wern Road is in Skewen, Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA10 6DW is located in the Coedffranc Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wern Road, Skewen, Neath, SA10 6DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 6DP, SA10 6DN, SA10 6LW, SA10 6LE, SA10 6LH, SA10 6LD, SA10 6LR, SA10 6LP, SA10 6LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA10 6DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 50.8% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 44.6% | 49.2% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.6% | 40.3% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 35.2% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 8.3% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 12% | 10.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.5% | 51.9% | 12.4% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 24.6% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -9.0% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 14.6% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 7.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.8% | 24.8% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 17.3% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 24.8% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 3.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.4% | 92% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
In this area, 96.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 96.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wern Road was 114.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% higher than the Coedffranc Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wern Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Coedffranc Central and the 105th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Wern Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2008-05-09 | £236,544 |
SA10 6DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coedffranc Primary School Stanley Road , Skewen SA10 6LP | - not rated | 227 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchgrove Comprehensive School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove SA7 9NB | - not rated | 2,392 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waunceirch Primary School Dwr Y Felin Road , Waunceirch SA10 7RW | - not rated | 2,495 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School Dwr Y Felin Road , SA10 7RE | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bake House (Bakery deliveries) | 26 Evelyn Road | 175 yd | |
| Cresci's Ice Cream and Cafe | 81 New Road | 300 yd | |
| La Casona | 207 New Road | 319 yd | |
| Zafran Indian Restaurant | 215 New Road | 389 yd | |
| Salvation Army | Salvation Army Hall, Bethlehem Road | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skewen Cricket Club | Skewen Park, Wern Road | 95 yd | |
| Colliers Arms | 210 New Road | 319 yd | |
| The Rock | 20 Burrows Road | 323 yd | |
| The Bloom Inn | 216 New Road | 399 yd | |
| Skewen R F C Ltd | Skewen Rugby Football Club, Te, Charles Street | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle Heaven | Basement | 299 yd | |
| Sim's Fish Bar | 80 New Road | 300 yd | |
| China Chef | 76 New Road | 300 yd | |
| Positano | 77 New Road | 300 yd | |
| Skewen Chinese Take Away | 69 New Road | 317 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.