Pen Y Banc is in Seven Sisters, Neath and in Neath district. SA10 9AB is located in the Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pen Y Banc, Seven Sisters, Neath, SA10 9AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 9AF, SA10 9DR, SA10 9AD, SA10 9DP, SA10 9DS, SA10 9AH, SA10 9AL, SA10 9DT, SA10 9DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA10 9AB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 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 | 30.1% | 34.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 36.3% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 12.6% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 14.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 41.3% | 39.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 35.9% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 10.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 27.4% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 8.9% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 18.4% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 18.4% | 10.3% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 21.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 7% | 0% | -7.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 37.3% | 46.2% | -8.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Banc was 273.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 221.1% higher than the Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pen Y Banc has the highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters and the 18th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 93.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Pen Y Banc, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2024-12-06 | £115,030 |
| 20 Pen Y Banc, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2023-04-14 | £148,248 |
| 3 Pen Y Banc, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-07-30 | £135,064 |
| 14 Pen Y Banc, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2020-09-18 | £134,149 |
| 13 Pen Y Banc, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-08-03 | £142,135 |
SA10 9AB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 258 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 258 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesmarchog Community Primary School School Road , Dyffryn Cellwen SA10 9LB | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Maes-Y-Dderwen Tudor Street , Ystradgynlais SA9 1AP | - not rated | 4,111 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 4,596 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Sisters Youth Club | Seven Sisters Community Hall, Brynhyfryd Terrace | 517 yd | |
| Community Hall Association of Seven Sisters CHAOSS | Seven Sisters Community Hall, Brynhyfryd Terrace | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryndulais Hotel | Bryndulais Hotel, Church Road | 280 yd | |
| Seven Sisters R F C & Kiosk | Seven Sisters Rugby Football C, Dulais Road | 594 yd | |
| Onllwyn Football Club | 54 Dulais Road | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sisters Kebab Pizza House | 1a High Street | 299 yd | |
| Hot Dog Factory | 36 Dulais Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Sisters Stores / Costcutter | 2-3 High Street | 320 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 35.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.