Ascot Drive is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 8YL 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 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, SA12 8YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 8UE, SA12 8UR, SA12 8US, SA12 8YN, SA12 8UT, SA12 8UF, SA12 8UP, SA12 8LX, SA12 8UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 8YL 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 | 52.3% | 51.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.6% | 0.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SA12 8YL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% 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 | 23.5% | 21.7% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.7% | 66.5% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.4% | 63.4% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 15.0% |
| Good health | 26% | 24.9% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -8.7% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 8YL this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 9.2% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 4.3% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 12.9% | -9.8% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 22.9% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 44.7% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 98.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ascot Drive was 11.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.6% lower than the Baglan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ascot Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Baglan and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £472,000 | 2024-11-22 | £487,702 |
| 48 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-11-14 | £428,805 |
| 46 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-05-10 | £458,530 |
| 73 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-04-29 | £425,736 |
| 60 Ascot Drive, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-02-28 | £430,885 |
SA12 8YL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA12 8YL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 137 |
| Retired | 112 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Education | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 446 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 633 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,755 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 | 2,839 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 2,887 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyn y Twr Tavern | Tyn Y Twr Tavern, Tyn Y Twr | 641 yd | |
| Bagle Brook Beefeater | The Bagle Brook, Pentwyn Baglan Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khan's Fish & Chips | 86 Fairwood Drive | 492 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 40 Mayberry Road | 948 yd | |
| Finnegan's Fish and Chips | Unit 1, 116 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 995 yd | |
| Super Fry Cantonese Takeaway | 117 Pentwyn Baglan Road | 995 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 | 44.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 44.6% |
| 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 | 43 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.