Highland Gardens is in Neath and in Neath district. SA10 6PJ is located in the Dyffryn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highland Gardens, Neath, SA10 6PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 6PY, SA10 6PX, SA10 6PU, SA10 6PP, SA10 6PE, SA10 6PR, SA10 7LB, SA10 7HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA10 6PJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 52.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 37.1% | 35.2% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 35.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 17.3% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 9.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 41% | 39.3% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 37.1% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 17.9% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 4.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 27.2% | 19.8% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.7% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 17.3% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 28.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.8% 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% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Other religion | 3.6% | 0.6% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highland Gardens was 74.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.5% higher than the Bryn-coch South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highland Gardens has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bryn-coch South and the 209th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Highland Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-10-10 | £175,000 |
| 19 Highland Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2025-08-22 | £147,025 |
| 12 Highland Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-04-04 | £174,122 |
| 43 Highland Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-11-29 | £221,317 |
| 5 Highland Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-01-20 | £132,000 |
SA10 6PJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA10 6PJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coedffranc Primary School Stanley Road , Skewen SA10 6LP | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waunceirch Primary School Dwr Y Felin Road , Waunceirch SA10 7RW | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School Dwr Y Felin Road , SA10 7RE | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenhonddan Primary School Main Road , Bryncoch SA10 7PE | - not rated | 2,018 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryncoch CIW Primary School Furzeland Drive , Bryncoch SA10 7UG | - not rated | 2,395 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KT Professional Catering | 54 Brookfield | 830 yd | |
| Zafran Indian Restaurant | 215 New Road | 1,068 yd | |
| Salvation Army | Salvation Army Hall, Bethlehem Road | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bloom Inn | 216 New Road | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Side Up Cafe | 52 New Road | 1,053 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.