Victoria Road is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 6QH is located in the Sandfields East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Victoria Road, Port Talbot, SA12 6QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6PH, SA12 6LB, SA12 6AD, SA12 6BG, SA12 6AW, SA12 6JE, SA12 6PR, SA12 6AP, SA12 6QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 6QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.1% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.3% | 30.3% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 50.4% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 9.4% | -1.4% | 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 | 43.2% | 47.1% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33.3% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.4% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 25.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.3% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.3% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 21.3% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.4% | 100% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -9.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Road was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.2% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Victoria Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 125th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Victoria Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-04-15 | £225,335 |
| 151 Victoria Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £417,500 | 2025-02-14 | £430,088 |
| 115 Victoria Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2024-10-25 | £225,049 |
| 135 Victoria Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2024-08-28 | £110,391 |
| 151 Victoria Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-06-11 | £308,735 |
SA12 6QH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA12 6QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 191 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 828 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 1,328 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 | 1,357 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Meals on Wheels and Woody's Cafe | Post Office House, Victoria Road | 387 yd | |
| Bar Gallois | 130 Victoria Road | 390 yd | |
| The Beach Hut | The Princess Margaret Way | 450 yd | |
| The Place Cafe (within the Leisure Centre) Afan Lido | Aberavon Leisure and Fitness Centre, The Princess Margaret Way | 450 yd | |
| Burger Bar at Aberavon Green Stars RFC | Burger Bar Aberavon Green Stars RFC, Little Warren Playing Fields | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Green Stars RFC | Little Warren Playing Fields | 512 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 725 yd | |
| Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl | 30 Ysguthan Road | 762 yd | |
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 844 yd | |
| Afan Lido Football Club | Afan Lido Football Club, The Princess Margaret Way | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Kitchen (Ffion Ltd T/A) | 1 Sandown Road | 225 yd | |
| Happy Wok (Tian Tian Ltd) | 17 Victoria Road | 387 yd | |
| DP's Desserts | 56 Sitwell Way | 538 yd | |
| The Front | The Princess Margaret Way | 673 yd | |
| Burgess Green | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 811 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.