Cross Road is in Dyffryn Cellwen, Neath and in Neath district. SA10 9HS 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 Cross Road, Dyffryn Cellwen, Neath, SA10 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA10 9HT, SA10 9LA, SA10 9HR, SA10 9HY, SA10 9LE, SA10 9HU, SA10 9LB, SA10 9LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA10 9HS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 49% | 49.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 51% | 50.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 27.8% | 32.6% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 48.6% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 9.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 40.3% | 39.8% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 35.8% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 14.2% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 9% | 8.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 9HS this area, 34.2% 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 | 42.5% | 34.2% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 7.5% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 11.4% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 15% | 9.6% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 23.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.5% | 98% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Road was 97.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.4% higher than the Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters and the 135th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Cross Road, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £106,500 | 2005-09-01 | £187,564 |
| 11 Cross Road, Neath, West Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1995-08-18 | £122,222 |
| 11 Cross Road, Neath, West Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £29,500 | 1995-07-12 | £147,220 |
SA10 9HS 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Mining and quarrying | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maesmarchog Community Primary School School Road , Dyffryn Cellwen SA10 9LB | - not rated | 259 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaendulais Primary School Standert Terrace , Seven Sisters SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Blaendulais Pen Y Banc , Blaendulais SA10 9AA | - not rated | 3,837 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmnedd Primary School New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AA | - not rated | 4,960 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cwm Nedd New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AG | - not rated | 5,001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meat and Greet Co | Dove Workshop | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banwen Rugby Football Club | Banwen Rugby Football Club, Main Road | 151 yd | |
| Onllwyn Welfare Hall | Onllwyn Welfare Hall, Wembley Avenue | 915 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.