Penywern Road is in Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA10 7PB is located in the Bryn-coch South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penywern Road, Neath, SA10 7PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 7PL, SA10 7AU, SA10 7PH, SA10 7PA, SA10 7PN, SA10 7PD, SA10 7PG, SA10 7PW, SA10 8EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA10 7PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 27.3% | 33.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 41.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 12.4% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 8.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 40.4% | 41.1% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 30% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 8.6% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around SA10 7PB this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 28.4% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.6% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 13.1% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 29.2% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.2% | 97.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 97.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penywern Road was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 413.7% higher than the Bryn-coch North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penywern Road has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bryn-coch North and the 110th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Penywern Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2018-02-16 | £204,883 |
| 26 Penywern Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-10-18 | £337,411 |
| 32 Penywern Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2003-05-30 | £327,786 |
SA10 7PB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7PB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Other | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenhonddan Primary School Main Road , Bryncoch SA10 7PE | - not rated | 214 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waunceirch Primary School Dwr Y Felin Road , Waunceirch SA10 7RW | - not rated | 751 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryncoch CIW Primary School Furzeland Drive , Bryncoch SA10 7UG | - not rated | 1,138 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School Dwr Y Felin Road , SA10 7RE | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Catwg Primary School Main Road , Cadoxton SA10 8BL | - not rated | 1,343 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Spuds (Swansea Unit) | 2 Cromwell Road | 589 yd | |
| Spicy Spuds (Neath Unit) | 2 Cromwell Road | 619 yd | |
| The Flower & Chocolate Box | 4 Lon Brynteg | 819 yd | |
| The Little Welsh Cakery | 35 Ffrwd Vale | 850 yd | |
| Ruperts Coffee Co | Bronleigh House, 6 Cadoxton Road | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bryncoch Inn | Bryncoch Inn, Ty'n Yr Heol Road | 490 yd | |
| The Crown & Sceptre | Crown And Sceptre, Main Road | 931 yd | |
| Green Dragon Public House | Green Dragon, Church Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star | 2 Heol Llwynon | 507 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 2 Heol Llwynon | 507 yd | |
| Crispy Cod | Unit B, Llwyn Helyg Retail Park, Dwr Y Felin Road | 722 yd | |
| Burger King | Vale Of Neath Retail Park | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit E, Llwyn Helyg Retail Park, Dwr Y Felin Road | 722 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Vale Of Neath Retail Par, Vale Of Neath Retail Park Acce | 968 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 | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.