New Road is in Cilfrew, Neath and in Neath district. SA10 8LL is located in the Aberdulais electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Road, Cilfrew, Neath, SA10 8LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 8LP, SA10 8NQ, SA10 8LW, SA10 8ND, SA10 8LG, SA10 8LR, SA10 8LA, SA10 8NA, SA10 8LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA10 8LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.3% | 35.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 49.6% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 51.4% | 53% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 28.1% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 3% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 8LL this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 9.3% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 6.9% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 12.6% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 23.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 38.1% | 15.8% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.6% | 98.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.2% lower than the Aberdulais average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
New Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Aberdulais and the 41st lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 New Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-08-01 | £178,815 |
| 15 New Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-06-06 | £169,121 |
| 12 New Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-03-21 | £114,783 |
| 31 New Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2024-04-30 | £171,421 |
| 15 New Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-06-16 | £111,746 |
SA10 8LL 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cilffriw Primary School Main Road , Cilfrew SA10 8LW | - not rated | 129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangatwg Community School Main Road , Cadoxton SA10 8DB | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonnau Primary Community School School Road , Tonna SA11 3EJ | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Catwg Primary School Main Road , Cadoxton SA10 8BL | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenhonddan Primary School Main Road , Bryncoch SA10 7PE | - not rated | 2,893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cilfrew Fish Bar | Ambulance Hall, Penscynor | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ynysygerwn Cricket Club | Ynysygerwn Cricket Club, Main Road | 824 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.