Isaacs Place is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 6NP 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 Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, SA12 6NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6NW, SA12 6NH, SA12 6NN, SA12 6NG, SA12 6LY, SA12 6NB, SA12 6LL, SA12 6LW, SA12 6NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 6NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around SA12 6NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.6% | 47.4% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 22.9% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -21.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 6% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 16.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.2% | 38.1% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 30.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 19.5% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 15.5% | 8% | -7.5% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 6NP this area, 37.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 37.6% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 11.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 16.8% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 10% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 16.4% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.2% | 94.9% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 93.5% | 93.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 92.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.3% | 76.7% | -21.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 40.2% | 13.5% | 26.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.3% | 37.2% | 27.1% |
| Christian | 27.2% | 46.2% | -19.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Isaacs Place was 237.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% higher than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Isaacs Place has the 9th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 24th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 132.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 6 Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2023-11-21 | £51,060 |
| Unit 1C Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-08-25 | £241,912 |
| Unit 1B Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £260,500 | 2020-07-09 | £344,159 |
| Unit 1A Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2020-04-16 | £213,689 |
| 5 Isaacs Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2004-04-19 | £97,873 |
SA12 6NP 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 | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 44 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Other | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 568 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 | 842 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 906 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 990 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds Restaurant, Green Park Street | 227 yd | |
| Burgess Kitchen | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 265 yd | |
| Bethlehem Evangelical Church | Bethlehem Calvinisic Methodist, Ysguthan Road | 280 yd | |
| The Docks Cafe | The Docks Cafe, North Bank Road | 432 yd | |
| Community Meals on Wheels and Woody's Cafe | Post Office House, Victoria Road | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl | 30 Ysguthan Road | 279 yd | |
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 573 yd | |
| GWRSA Club | Astra Business Park, Cramic Way | 746 yd | |
| The Lord Caradoc | 69-73 Station Road | 910 yd | |
| Jimmy's Bar | 33 Station Road | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC Demi Power | Afan Way | 135 yd | |
| Just Desserts Ltd | 2a Pembroke Terrace | 235 yd | |
| Fairfield Fish Bar | 2A Pembroke Terrace | 244 yd | |
| Burgess Green | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 265 yd | |
| Ginger | 1a Julian Terrace | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | Unit D1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 830 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Prior Street | 932 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 | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.