The Avenue is in Cwmavon, Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA12 9PH 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 The Avenue, Cwmavon, Port Talbot, SA12 9PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 9PE, SA12 9PL, SA12 9PF, SA12 9PN, SA12 9PD, SA12 9LA, SA12 9LB, SA12 9NH, SA12 9NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 9PH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 51.5% | 48.9% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 51.1% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 25.1% | 36.7% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 38.3% | -14.7% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.5% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 10.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 49.8% | 37.7% | -12.1% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 34.9% | 10.8% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 19.2% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.7% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 24.7% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 11.3% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.5% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 15.9% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 22.2% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 98.9% 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% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 25.7% | 13.5% | 12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 39.5% | 46.2% | -6.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Avenue was 198.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 265.9% higher than the Bryn and Cwmavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Avenue has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bryn and Cwmavon and the 34th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 64.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 The Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-08-05 | £247,117 |
| 7 The Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-06-30 | £284,036 |
| 14 The Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-02-12 | £175,274 |
| 3 The Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2017-08-25 | £396,664 |
| 4 The Avenue, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-04-19 | £210,863 |
SA12 9PH 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.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 2,310 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 3,115 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 | 3,190 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 3,244 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 3,398 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmafan Bowls Club | Sports Pavillion, Cwmavon Play, Depot Road | 681 yd | |
| Fryer Tuck / Cunard Snack Bar | Cunard Terrace, Salem Road | 744 yd | |
| Olives | 14 Cae Copor | 791 yd | |
| Teapot Bistro | Railmill Lane | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afan Tavern | Jersey Terrace | 671 yd | |
| Cwmavon RFC | Cwmavon Rugby Football Club, Depot Road | 681 yd | |
| Oakwood Inn | Oakwood Inn, Church Square | 714 yd | |
| Cwmavon Social Club | Cwmavon Social Club, 1-3 Hazelwood Terrace | 813 yd | |
| Cwmafan Football Club | Cwmavon Sports And Recreation, Heol Undeb | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Gatti | 7 Ty'r Owen Terrace | 489 yd | |
| Royal Garden | 6b High Street | 518 yd | |
| Jubilee Fish Bar | 37 Heol Jiwbili | 531 yd | |
| Afan Pizza Kebab & Burgers | 10a Cattybrook Terrace, Salem Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Heol Jiwbili | 531 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 | 187.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.