Farm Drive is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 6TE 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 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, SA12 6TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 7HD, SA12 6TG, SA12 7HF, SA12 7HE, SA12 6TH, SA12 7HG, SA12 7HN, SA12 6TN, SA12 6RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 6TE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% 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 | 50.5% | 55.1% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 44.9% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 41.2% | 40% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 38.5% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (70%) 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 | 38.5% | 45.7% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 24.3% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -9.3% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 9.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 6TE this area, 36.1% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 36.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 17.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 8.8% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 17.2% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.1% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 17.5% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.2% | 95.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| 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 | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 95.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farm Drive was 36.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.9% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Farm Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2025-01-30 | £90,872 |
| 4 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-12-12 | £125,839 |
| 15 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £68,775 | 2024-08-21 | £68,707 |
| 2 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-12-01 | £117,567 |
| 14 Farm Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-14 | £129,969 |
SA12 6TE 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 275 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 516 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 1,315 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 | 363 yd | |
| Steve 'Os | 139 Western Avenue | 684 yd | |
| Freudenberg Oil & Gas | Freudenberg Oil & Gas, Christchurch Road | 739 yd | |
| Jo's Cake Den | 29 Border Road | 792 yd | |
| Franco's | Francos Fish Bar & Restaurant, The Princess Margaret Way | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 441 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 679 yd | |
| The Margam Deer | The Copper Penny, Christchurch Road | 739 yd | |
| Afan Lido Football Club | Afan Lido Football Club, The Princess Margaret Way | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shark 4 U | Unit 1, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 200 yd | |
| Sharks Pizza | Unit 1a, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 200 yd | |
| Ally's | 72 Vivian Park Drive | 273 yd | |
| What Sophie Baked | 90 Farm Drive | 387 yd | |
| Greggs plc | Greggs Drive Thru, Baglan Bay Retail Park | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Supermarket, Baglan, Afan Way | 444 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse By Iceland, Christchurch Road | 502 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 | 160.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.