Rosewood Avenue is in Baglan, Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 8UH 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 Rosewood Avenue, Baglan, Port Talbot, SA12 8UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 8UU, SA12 8UT, SA12 8NY, SA12 8NU, SA12 8PA, SA12 8UR, SA12 8UL, SA12 8UP, SA12 8TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 8UH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48% | 48.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SA12 8UH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24% | 25.9% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 57.8% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 50% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 30.9% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.2% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 19.8% | 16.7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 8.5% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 15.4% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.5% | 11.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 30.3% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 99% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.9% | 95.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosewood Avenue was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.0% lower than the Baglan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rosewood Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Baglan and the 4th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Rosewood Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-09-06 | £143,855 |
| 32 Rosewood Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-12-16 | £177,448 |
| 19 Rosewood Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-10-14 | £175,468 |
| 26 Rosewood Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2019-11-29 | £191,543 |
| 36 Rosewood Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2019-11-18 | £139,891 |
SA12 8UH 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 8UH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 286 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,581 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 | 2,679 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Rhos-Afan Marine Drive , Port Talbot SA12 7NN | - not rated | 2,820 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 | 1,007 yd | |
| Port Talbot Town Cricket Club & Pavillion | Cricket Pavilion, Fenbrook Close | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyn y Twr Tavern | Tyn Y Twr Tavern, Tyn Y Twr | 496 yd | |
| Bagle Brook Beefeater | The Bagle Brook, Pentwyn Baglan Road | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khan's Fish & Chips | 86 Fairwood Drive | 172 yd | |
| Finnegan's Fish and Chips | Unit 1, 116 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 748 yd | |
| Super Fry Cantonese Takeaway | 117 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 748 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 40 Mayberry Road | 795 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 168.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.