Handel Avenue is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 7TA is located in the Sandfields West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, SA12 7TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 7SS, SA12 7TD, SA12 7ST, SA12 7SR, SA12 7SY, SA12 7SP, SA12 7TE, SA12 7TB, SA12 7UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 7TA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 52.1% | 49.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 32.7% | 41.4% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 25% | -16.2% | 44.2% | -19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 11.3% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 19.6% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 13.5% |
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 (60.6%) 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 | 34.8% | 35.5% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 25.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 18% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 12.5% | 16.7% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 12.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 7TA this area, 36.8% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.2% | 36.8% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 6.5% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.2% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 16.3% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 2.8% | 5.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.8% | 96.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 35.9% | 13.5% | 22.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Handel Avenue was 413.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 163.5% higher than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Handel Avenue has the 4th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 9th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2023-10-06 | £202,580 |
| 35 Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-05-05 | £146,969 |
| 55 Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-10-06 | £143,565 |
| 39 Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-06-24 | £111,746 |
| 45 Handel Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-11-19 | £167,240 |
SA12 7TA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA12 7TA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Other | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 1,067 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,383 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 | 2,537 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandfields Youth Club | Sandfields Youth Centre, Seaway Parade | 414 yd | |
| The Pop In Cafe | Purcell Avenue | 429 yd | |
| Jo's Cake Den | 29 Border Road | 520 yd | |
| Jord's Kitchen | Workshop 5, Sandfields Young Business Centre, Purcell Avenue | 631 yd | |
| Steve 'Os | 139 Western Avenue | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Amazon | The Amazon, Parry Road | 405 yd | |
| Naval Social Club | R N A Social Club, Purcell Avenue | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omer Simpsons | 4a Parry Road | 405 yd | |
| Tasty Chinese Takeaway | 8 Parry Road | 406 yd | |
| Pizza Pepino's | 4 Parry Road | 429 yd | |
| Roma Pizza | 118a Fairway | 679 yd | |
| Bailey's Fish & Chip Bar | 114 Fairway | 693 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 249.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.