Nobel Avenue is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 6YN 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 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, SA12 6YN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6UT, SA12 6YU, SA12 6UU, SA12 6YE, SA12 6YY, SA12 6UN, SA12 6EU, SA12 6YD, SA12 6UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 6YN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 52.9% | 53.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 46.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 6YN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 45.5% | 44.9% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 30.6% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 12% | -2.8% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 8.8% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (63%) 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 | 49.3% | 34% | -15.3% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 29% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 18.5% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 12.4% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 8.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
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 6YN this area, 38.9% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 38.9% | 8.3% | 18.2% | 20.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.5% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.5% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 17.6% | -3.9% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 0.9% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 90% | 86.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 5.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 90% | 90.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 89.7% | 90.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 6.9% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 0.4% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 29.8% | 13.5% | 16.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nobel Avenue was 464.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 196.2% higher than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nobel Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 6th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 359.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-05-30 | £126,923 |
| 26 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-03-17 | £148,012 |
| 16 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-05-27 | £160,521 |
| 30 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2022-02-11 | £140,878 |
| 5 Nobel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2021-03-26 | £181,882 |
SA12 6YN 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 | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 50 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 119 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 | 212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 469 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 864 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,387 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Bay Uni Health Board- Kitchen at NPT Hospital | Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way | 323 yd | |
| Bethel Trust (Food Bank) | Sandfields Road | 374 yd | |
| Becky's Bakes | 1 Hopkin Street | 376 yd | |
| Burgess Kitchen | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 567 yd | |
| Bethlehem Evangelical Church | Bethlehem Calvinisic Methodist, Ysguthan Road | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 266 yd | |
| Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl | 30 Ysguthan Road | 579 yd | |
| Princess Royal Theatre | Princess Royal Theatre, Port T, Access To Port Talbot Civic Ce | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RVS (at NPT Hospital) | Wrvs Store, Neath Port Talbot, Baglan Way | 323 yd | |
| Ginger | 1a Julian Terrace | 464 yd | |
| Burgess Green | Burgess Green Hotel, Ysguthan Road | 567 yd | |
| Five Star Fish Bar | 2 Dalrymple Street | 572 yd | |
| Fairfield Fish Bar | 2A Pembroke Terrace | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | Unit D1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 847 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse By Iceland, Christchurch Road | 1,069 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 | 125.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.