Sycamore Court is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 8PY is located in the Baglan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, SA12 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 8PE, SA12 8PS, SA12 8PH, SA12 8PN, SA12 8PF, SA12 8PW, SA12 8PB, SA12 8PD, SA12 8PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 8PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 50.7% | 49.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.5% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 8PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% 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 | 37.8% | 43.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.5% | 36.5% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 10.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 6.8% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 25.6% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 16.4% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 28% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 8.3% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 15.5% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 7.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 16.7% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.6% | 94.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.2% | 37.2% | 21.0% |
| Christian | 33.5% | 46.2% | -12.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Court was 74.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.2% higher than the Baglan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Court has the 5th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Baglan and the 208th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2025-04-17 | £160,861 |
| 14 Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2024-07-29 | £218,092 |
| 27 Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2022-07-08 | £156,631 |
| 26 Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-02-22 | £272,828 |
| 25 Sycamore Court, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2020-12-03 | £80,406 |
SA12 8PY 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 439 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 921 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 2,704 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,841 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 2,915 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Talbot Amateur Boxing Club & Bulldogs Boxing & Community Activit | Fenbrook Close | 1,080 yd | |
| Port Talbot Town Cricket Club & Pavillion | Cricket Pavilion, Fenbrook Close | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagle Brook Beefeater | The Bagle Brook, Pentwyn Baglan Road | 750 yd | |
| Tyn y Twr Tavern | Tyn Y Twr Tavern, Tyn Y Twr | 806 yd | |
| Baglan Rugby Football Club | Baglan Rugby Football Club, Thorney Road | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khan's Fish & Chips | 86 Fairwood Drive | 206 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 40 Mayberry Road | 478 yd | |
| Finnegan's Fish and Chips | Unit 1, 116 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 993 yd | |
| Super Fry Cantonese Takeaway | 117 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 993 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 | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.