SA12 9BZ is in Cwmavon, Port Talbot and Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 9BZ is located in the Bryn and Cwmavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cwmavon, Port Talbot, SA12 9BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 9BJ, SA12 9BN, SA12 9BT, SA12 9NG, SA12 9BX, SA12 9BW, SA12 9NF, SA12 9BR, SA12 9DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 9BZ 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 | 51% | 51.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 48.6% | -0.4% | 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 9BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 21.1% | 30.9% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 55.6% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 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 (86.8%) 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 | 53.2% | 59% | 5.8% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 27.8% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 9.3% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.9% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 12.2% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 8.2% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.7% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 20% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 35.3% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 99.2% | 98.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 98.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA12 9BZ was 18.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.8% lower than the Bryn and Cwmavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA12 9BZ has the 4th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bryn and Cwmavon and the 51st lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coed Parc House, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £1,550,297 | 2018-11-30 | £2,158,048 |
| 2 Coed Parc Gardens, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2010-04-01 | £530,172 |
| 2 Coed Parc Gardens, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2007-06-28 | £712,695 |
| Coed Parc Lodge, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2002-04-19 | £514,337 |
SA12 9BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 201 |
| Retired | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 2,139 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 | 2,482 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 2,840 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 | 170 yd | |
| Cwmafan Bowls Club | Sports Pavillion, Cwmavon Play, Depot Road | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brit | Britannia Inn, London Row | 374 yd | |
| Oakwood Inn | Oakwood Inn, Church Square | 555 yd | |
| Afan Tavern | Jersey Terrace | 728 yd | |
| Cwmavon RFC | Cwmavon Rugby Football Club, Depot Road | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Garden | 6b High Street | 360 yd | |
| Pizza Gatti | 7 Ty'r Owen Terrace | 404 yd | |
| Jubilee Fish Bar | 37 Heol Jiwbili | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Heol Jiwbili | 1,024 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 80.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.