The Drive is in Neath Abbey, Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA10 7HD is located in the Dyffryn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Drive, Neath Abbey, Neath, SA10 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 7HB, SA10 7HA, SA10 7HE, SA10 7ET, SA10 7EU, SA10 7EY, SA10 7DU, SA10 7LN, SA10 7LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA10 7HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 49.2% | 52.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 29.2% | 29.7% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 49.5% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12.3% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 40.6% | 40.3% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 33.7% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 18.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.2% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 26.3% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10.8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16.4% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.7% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 14.6% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 22.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Drive was 45.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.5% lower than the Bryn-coch South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bryn-coch South and the 178th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Drive, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,995 | 2016-08-12 | £270,804 |
| 2 The Drive, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2015-08-07 | £233,742 |
| 2 The Drive, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2013-01-22 | £136,062 |
| 6 The Drive, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,500 | 2011-02-01 | £136,821 |
SA10 7HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waunceirch Primary School Dwr Y Felin Road , Waunceirch SA10 7RW | - not rated | 900 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School Dwr Y Felin Road , SA10 7RE | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedffranc Primary School Stanley Road , Skewen SA10 6LP | - not rated | 1,386 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaenhonddan Primary School Main Road , Bryncoch SA10 7PE | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alderman Davies CIW Primary School St David's Street , SA11 3AA | - not rated | 2,130 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 | 265 yd | |
| Spongelishous | 4 Dol Werdd | 522 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Limited (DYF) | Tesco Supermarket, Neath Abbey Road | 645 yd | |
| The Flower & Chocolate Box | 4 Lon Brynteg | 880 yd | |
| Neath Sports Centre (Celtic Leisure) | Neath Sports Centre, Neath Abbey Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smiths Arms | Smiths Arms, Main Road | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | Unit B, Llwyn Helyg Retail Park, Dwr Y Felin Road | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Neath Abbey Road | 645 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit E, Llwyn Helyg Retail Park, Dwr Y Felin Road | 987 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.