Aberafon Road is in Baglan Industrial Park, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 7DJ is located in the Aberavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aberafon Road, Baglan Industrial Park, Port Talbot, SA12 7DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6QA, SA12 7BY, SA12 6PX, SA12 6PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 7DJ, 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 7DJ, 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 7DJ 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 Aberafon Road 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.
Aberafon Road 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 7 Aberafon Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2022-04-14 | £1,280,308 |
| Unit 19 Aberafon Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2022-04-08 | £807,151 |
| Unit 18 Aberafon Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2018-12-01 | £638,780 |
| Unit 29 Aberafon Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-12-01 | £200,965 |
SA12 7DJ 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 Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 797 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 840 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 | 993 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 1,080 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freudenberg Oil & Gas | Freudenberg Oil & Gas, Christchurch Road | 440 yd | |
| Swansea Bay Uni Health Board- Kitchen at NPT Hospital | Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way | 526 yd | |
| Kizzy's Cakes | 20 Severn Crescent | 779 yd | |
| Mrs Munch | Unit 9, Port Talbot Workshops, Addison Road | 948 yd | |
| Bethel Trust (Food Bank) | Sandfields Road | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Margam Deer | The Copper Penny, Christchurch Road | 440 yd | |
| Seaside Social & Labour Club | Aberavon Seaside Social Club, Dalton Road | 773 yd | |
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 924 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | The Red Dragon, Moorland Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ally's | 72 Vivian Park Drive | 355 yd | |
| Greggs plc | Greggs Drive Thru, Baglan Bay Retail Park | 388 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2, Baglan Bay Retail Park, Afan Way | 440 yd | |
| Shark 4 U | Unit 1, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 467 yd | |
| Sharks Pizza | Unit 1a, Shopping Centre, Morrison Road | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse By Iceland, Christchurch Road | 265 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Supermarket, Baglan, Afan Way | 404 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 | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.36 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.