Gladys Street is in Aberavon, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 6ES 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 Gladys Street, Aberavon, Port Talbot, SA12 6ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6ER, SA12 6YA, SA12 6EG, SA12 6ET, SA12 6YD, SA12 6UG, SA12 6EE, SA12 6HA, SA12 6ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 6ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.1% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 52% | 49.9% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 40.3% | 37.7% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 43.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 45.6% | 44% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 31.8% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15.5% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 6ES this area, 34% 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 | 38.8% | 34% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 7.5% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.2% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 11.2% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 24.6% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.6% | 91.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 83.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.5% | 83.6% | -14.9% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 10.9% | 10.9% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 83.6% | -14.9% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gladys Street was 154.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.3% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gladys Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 58th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Gladys Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2025-06-13 | £75,500 |
| 25 Gladys Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2025-04-11 | £130,221 |
| 4 Gladys Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-01-19 | £86,135 |
| 9 Gladys Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2021-08-25 | £108,016 |
| 14 Gladys Street, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2020-03-27 | £107,060 |
SA12 6ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC School and 6th Form Centre Newton Avenue , Aberavon SA12 6EY | - not rated | 264 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 364 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 371 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 528 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 1,383 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becky's Bakes | 1 Hopkin Street | 134 yd | |
| Bethel Trust (Food Bank) | Sandfields Road | 323 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds Restaurant, Green Park Street | 378 yd | |
| Burgess Kitchen | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 403 yd | |
| Bethlehem Evangelical Church | Bethlehem Calvinisic Methodist, Ysguthan Road | 442 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 291 yd | |
| Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl | 30 Ysguthan Road | 442 yd | |
| Princess Royal Theatre | Princess Royal Theatre, Port T, Access To Port Talbot Civic Ce | 663 yd | |
| GWRSA Club | Astra Business Park, Cramic Way | 802 yd | |
| Forge Tavern | 4 Forge Road | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger | 1a Julian Terrace | 185 yd | |
| Five Star Fish Bar | 2 Dalrymple Street | 276 yd | |
| Fairfield Fish Bar | 2A Pembroke Terrace | 347 yd | |
| Just Desserts Ltd | 2a Pembroke Terrace | 353 yd | |
| Burgess Green | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | Unit D1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 551 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Prior Street | 804 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.