Old Market Place is in Cwmavon, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 9DA is located in the Bryn and Cwmavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Market Place, Cwmavon, Port Talbot, SA12 9DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 9BG, SA12 9HS, SA12 9BE, SA12 9BH, SA12 9HT, SA12 9BB, SA12 9BL, SA12 9BD, SA12 9HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA12 9DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.4% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.7% | 36% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 46.3% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 8.8% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 48.6% | 46.2% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 28.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 18.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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 | 23.5% | 22.4% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 8.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15.4% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 8.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 14.3% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 26.8% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 93.9% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.4% | 98.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Market Place was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.9% higher than the Bryn and Cwmavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Market Place has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bryn and Cwmavon and the 166th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Old Market Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2023-05-19 | £90,117 |
| Old Stewards House Old Market Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2006-11-03 | £82,009 |
| Old Stewards House Old Market Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 2004-05-21 | £56,986 |
| 1 Old Market Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2004-02-04 | £96,479 |
| 1 Old Market Place, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 1996-10-01 | £185,201 |
SA12 9DA 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,452 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 | 2,916 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 2,986 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 3,046 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 3,203 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 | 410 yd | |
| Cwmafan Bowls Club | Sports Pavillion, Cwmavon Play, Depot Road | 523 yd | |
| Teapot Bistro | Railmill Lane | 673 yd | |
| Fryer Tuck / Cunard Snack Bar | Cunard Terrace, Salem Road | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Inn | Oakwood Inn, Church Square | 272 yd | |
| Afan Tavern | Jersey Terrace | 332 yd | |
| The Brit | Britannia Inn, London Row | 416 yd | |
| Cwmavon RFC | Cwmavon Rugby Football Club, Depot Road | 523 yd | |
| Cwmafan Football Club | Cwmavon Sports And Recreation, Heol Undeb | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Gatti | 7 Ty'r Owen Terrace | 49 yd | |
| Royal Garden | 6b High Street | 95 yd | |
| Jubilee Fish Bar | 37 Heol Jiwbili | 578 yd | |
| Afan Pizza Kebab & Burgers | 10a Cattybrook Terrace, Salem Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Heol Jiwbili | 578 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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.