Old Road is in Baglan, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 8TU is located in the Baglan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Road, Baglan, Port Talbot, SA12 8TU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 8LA, SA12 8LE, SA12 8LD, SA12 8BT, SA12 8LN, SA12 8ND, SA12 8LW, SA12 8TT, SA12 8TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA12 8TU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 57.1% | 52.2% | -4.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 42.9% | 47.8% | 4.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 26.8% | 34.5% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 44.2% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 9.7% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 11.2% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 (66.7%) 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 | 40.5% | 39.8% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 24.5% | 26.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 19% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 12.2% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 8.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 24% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 11.6% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 11.6% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 14.3% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 27.5% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 93.6% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 98.2% | 92.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 93.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Road was 45.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.4% lower than the Baglan average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Old Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Baglan and the 177th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Old Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2025-04-25 | £267,701 |
| 63 Old Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2023-02-22 | £212,246 |
| 63 Old Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-09-28 | £168,710 |
| 72 Old Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2021-08-26 | £177,248 |
| 66 Old Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-09-04 | £278,647 |
SA12 8TU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 1,175 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 1,756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Horizons Educare 122 Old Road , SA11 2DE | - not rated | 2,950 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 3,168 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds, Old Road | 478 yd | |
| Eira's Cafe | 109 Neath Road | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baglan Rugby Football Club | Baglan Rugby Football Club, Thorney Road | 115 yd | |
| Schooners Bar | 8 Neath Road | 708 yd | |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 18 Bethel Street | 728 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Constitutional Club Inst. Ltd | Briton Ferry Constitutional Cl, Graig Road | 942 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Workingmans Club | Briton Ferry Workingmans Club, 133-135 Neath Road | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden | 40 Mayberry Road | 376 yd | |
| New Garden Chinese | 18 Villiers Street | 718 yd | |
| Deano's Pizzeria | 53-55 Neath Road | 739 yd | |
| Adil Masala | 81 Neath Road | 830 yd | |
| Ferry House Chinese Takeaway | 145 Neath Road | 965 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 | 87.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 180.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.