Strauss Road is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 7TL 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 Strauss Road, Port Talbot, SA12 7TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 7PN, SA12 7PU, SA12 7PL, SA12 7PW, SA12 7RB, SA12 7TH, SA12 7TN, SA12 7PR, SA12 7TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 7TL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.4% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.6% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 27.2% | 33.5% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 42.6% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 8.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (69%) 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 | 28.7% | 35.7% | 7.0% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 23.9% | 33.3% | 9.4% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 19.7% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 18.4% | 9.2% | -9.2% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 2% | -2.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 7TL this area, 36% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.6% | 36% | -17.6% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 11.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 20.3% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 93.5% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 97.8% | 91.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 91.8% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 35.2% | 46.2% | -11.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Strauss Road was 93.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.3% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Strauss Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 145th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2B Strauss Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2023-07-31 | £134,536 |
| 1 Strauss Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2022-04-05 | £162,188 |
| 1A Strauss Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-02-02 | £145,767 |
| 1 Strauss Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2007-05-21 | £84,800 |
SA12 7TL 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 946 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Therese's Catholic Primary School Southdown Road , Sandfields SA12 7HL | - not rated | 1,314 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 2,626 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,649 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jord's Kitchen | Workshop 5, Sandfields Young Business Centre, Purcell Avenue | 255 yd | |
| The Pop In Cafe | Purcell Avenue | 269 yd | |
| Memo Beach | Kiosk, The Princess Margaret Way | 677 yd | |
| Steve 'Os | 139 Western Avenue | 714 yd | |
| Jo's Cake Den | 29 Border Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naval Social Club | R N A Social Club, Purcell Avenue | 224 yd | |
| The Amazon | The Amazon, Parry Road | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Chinese Takeaway | 8 Parry Road | 285 yd | |
| Omer Simpsons | 4a Parry Road | 285 yd | |
| Pizza Pepino's | 4 Parry Road | 299 yd | |
| Bailey's Fish & Chip Bar | 114 Fairway | 751 yd | |
| Roma Pizza | 118a Fairway | 771 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.