Catherine Street is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 6AZ is located in the Aberavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Catherine Street, Port Talbot, SA12 6AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6BQ, SA12 6AX, SA12 6NJ, SA12 6BJ, SA12 6HZ, SA12 6NX, SA12 6BX, SA12 6HX, SA12 6DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 6AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 54.3% | 53.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 45.7% | 46.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 33.7% | 32.2% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 42.4% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 11.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 41.9% | 38.6% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 32.9% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 16.2% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 9.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 SA12 6AZ this area, 32% 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 | 46.7% | 32% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 14% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 23.4% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3% | 1.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 90.5% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 96% | 90.1% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 89.8% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.7% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Catherine Street was 69.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Catherine Street has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 226th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.3%.
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 Catherine Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-03-19 | £136,649 |
| 5 Catherine Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2015-11-27 | £130,537 |
SA12 6AZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 631 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC School and 6th Form Centre Newton Avenue , Aberavon SA12 6EY | - not rated | 700 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 895 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,035 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Munch | Unit 9, Port Talbot Workshops, Addison Road | 170 yd | |
| Bethel Trust (Food Bank) | Sandfields Road | 336 yd | |
| Swansea Bay Uni Health Board- Kitchen at NPT Hospital | Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way | 373 yd | |
| Bethlehem Evangelical Church | Bethlehem Calvinisic Methodist, Ysguthan Road | 424 yd | |
| Burgess Kitchen | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 347 yd | |
| Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl | 30 Ysguthan Road | 424 yd | |
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 731 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RVS (at NPT Hospital) | Wrvs Store, Neath Port Talbot, Baglan Way | 373 yd | |
| Burgess Green | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 461 yd | |
| Happy Wok (Tian Tian Ltd) | 17 Victoria Road | 462 yd | |
| China Kitchen (Ffion Ltd T/A) | 1 Sandown Road | 544 yd | |
| Fairfield Fish Bar | 2A Pembroke Terrace | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse By Iceland, Christchurch Road | 1,034 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 | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.