Jersey Quay is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 6QN is located in the Sandfields East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 2006-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, SA12 6QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6AU, SA12 6AT, SA12 6AS, SA12 6QJ, SA12 6AR, SA12 6AN, SA12 6BE, SA12 6AW, SA12 6JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 6QN 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 | 48.8% | 49.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.1% | -1.1% | 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 | 39.2% | 31.8% | -7.4% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 44.9% | 8.3% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 10.1% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 57.3% | 49.6% | -7.7% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 29.6% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 14.1% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 21.5% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 6.4% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 13.8% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17.1% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 31.2% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.1% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.4% | 93.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 93.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jersey Quay was 443.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 182.6% higher than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Jersey Quay has the 3rd highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 7th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2024-12-17 | £136,702 |
| 45 Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,500 | 2024-11-22 | £179,400 |
| 80 Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-07-16 | £159,079 |
| 29 Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £143,500 | 2024-06-20 | £144,213 |
| 1 Jersey Quay, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-12-08 | £235,512 |
SA12 6QN 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 260 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,247 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 1,756 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 Beach Hut | The Princess Margaret Way | 2 yd | |
| The Place Cafe (within the Leisure Centre) Afan Lido | Aberavon Leisure and Fitness Centre, The Princess Margaret Way | 2 yd | |
| Bar Gallois | 130 Victoria Road | 136 yd | |
| Burger Bar at Aberavon Green Stars RFC | Burger Bar Aberavon Green Stars RFC, Little Warren Playing Fields | 493 yd | |
| Cafe Remo's | The Princess Margaret Way | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Green Stars RFC | Little Warren Playing Fields | 491 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 748 yd | |
| Afan Lido Football Club | Afan Lido Football Club, The Princess Margaret Way | 795 yd | |
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP's Desserts | 56 Sitwell Way | 515 yd | |
| China Kitchen (Ffion Ltd T/A) | 1 Sandown Road | 589 yd | |
| The Front | The Princess Margaret Way | 604 yd | |
| Chippy4U | 93 Dalton Road | 818 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 91 Dalton Road | 818 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 | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.