London Row is in Cwmavon, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 9AH is located in the Bryn and Cwmavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Row, Cwmavon, Port Talbot, SA12 9AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 9AF, SA12 9AN, SA12 9AZ, SA12 9AG, SA12 9AX, SA12 9AW, SA12 9BX, SA12 9DE, SA12 9BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 9AH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 51.1% | 47.8% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 52.2% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 9AH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 33.2% | 43.6% | 10.4% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.3% | 24.9% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 17.7% | 17.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 8.8% |
| Widowed | 19.5% | 9.2% | -10.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 (67.5%) 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 | 42% | 40.9% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 23.9% | 26.6% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 19.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 9.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 40.4% | 23% | -17.4% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 12% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 18.6% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 28.5% | 15.1% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 98.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.3% | 97.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Row was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.0% higher than the Bryn and Cwmavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Row has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bryn and Cwmavon and the 165th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Inn London Row, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-08-18 | £311,385 |
| Min Yr Afon London Row, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £71,120 | 2019-06-26 | £96,869 |
| Britannia Inn London Row, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-10-30 | £386,576 |
SA12 9AH 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 2,508 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 | 2,593 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 2,666 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,677 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 3,083 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olives | 14 Cae Copor | 205 yd | |
| Cwmafan Bowls Club | Sports Pavillion, Cwmavon Play, Depot Road | 785 yd | |
| Teapot Bistro | Railmill Lane | 922 yd | |
| Fryer Tuck / Cunard Snack Bar | Cunard Terrace, Salem Road | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brit | Britannia Inn, London Row | 1 yd | |
| Oakwood Inn | Oakwood Inn, Church Square | 301 yd | |
| Afan Tavern | Jersey Terrace | 510 yd | |
| Cwmavon RFC | Cwmavon Rugby Football Club, Depot Road | 785 yd | |
| Cwmafan Football Club | Cwmavon Sports And Recreation, Heol Undeb | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Garden | 6b High Street | 344 yd | |
| Pizza Gatti | 7 Ty'r Owen Terrace | 377 yd | |
| Jubilee Fish Bar | 37 Heol Jiwbili | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Heol Jiwbili | 936 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.