Vivian Park Drive is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 6RS 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 Vivian Park Drive, Port Talbot, SA12 6RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6RW, SA12 6RR, SA12 6PJ, SA12 6TS, SA12 6PZ, SA12 6TW, SA12 6RP, SA12 6SF, SA12 6TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 6RS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 53.3% | 55.3% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 44.7% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 37.7% | 36.3% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 29.6% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 17.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 9.7% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 (66.3%) 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 | 43.6% | 40.8% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 22.6% | 25.5% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 20.2% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 6RS this area, 34.8% 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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 34.8% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 12.1% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16.1% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 12.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 15.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 95% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97.6% | 94.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 33.6% | 13.5% | 20.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vivian Park Drive was 96.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.6% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vivian Park Drive has the 30th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 136th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.6%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Constable House Vivian Park Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-08-25 | £89,140 |
| 5 Constable House Vivian Park Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2016-12-15 | £96,170 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 544 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 884 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 914 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 923 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 | 1,055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kizzy's Cakes | 20 Severn Crescent | 428 yd | |
| Swansea Bay Uni Health Board- Kitchen at NPT Hospital | Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way | 525 yd | |
| Mrs Munch | Unit 9, Port Talbot Workshops, Addison Road | 677 yd | |
| Franco's | Francos Fish Bar & Restaurant, The Princess Margaret Way | 803 yd | |
| Cinnamon Kitchen | Cinnamon Kitchen, The Princess Margaret Way | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 379 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 635 yd | |
| The Margam Deer | The Copper Penny, Christchurch Road | 821 yd | |
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 828 yd | |
| Afan Lido Football Club | Afan Lido Football Club, The Princess Margaret Way | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ally's | 72 Vivian Park Drive | 151 yd | |
| Shark 4 U | Unit 1, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 204 yd | |
| Sharks Pizza | Unit 1a, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 204 yd | |
| RVS (at NPT Hospital) | Wrvs Store, Neath Port Talbot, Baglan Way | 525 yd | |
| Greggs plc | Greggs Drive Thru, Baglan Bay Retail Park | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse By Iceland, Christchurch Road | 585 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Supermarket, Baglan, Afan Way | 638 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.