Commercial Road is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA13 1LN is located in the Margam and Tai-bach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Road, Port Talbot, SA13 1LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA13 1LG, SA13 1TL, SA13 1TH, SA13 1TW, SA13 1LQ, SA13 1TP, SA13 1TN, SA13 1TG, SA13 1TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA13 1LN is primarily male, with 56.7% of the population 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 | 43.1% | 43.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -7.7% |
| Male | 56.9% | 56.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 7.7% |
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 SA13 1LN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 33.9% | 44.8% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 23.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -20.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 21.9% | 20.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 11.0% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 32.2% | 35.9% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 36% | 37.3% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 18.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 12.8% | 5.7% | -7.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 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.
In the area around SA13 1LN this area, 33.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 33.5% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 13.6% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 19.9% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 8.2% | 4.5% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 94.3% | 85.9% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 4.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 88.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 88.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.7% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 30.9% | 46.2% | -15.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Road was 489.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 443.6% higher than the Margam and Tai-bach average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Commercial Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Margam and Tai-bach and the 5th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Commercial Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2024-10-09 | £63,641 |
| Flat 29 Commercial Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2023-12-13 | £45,404 |
| 29 Commercial Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-11-08 | £84,649 |
| 7 Commercial Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-03-03 | £80,477 |
| 39 Commercial Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-08-26 | £73,409 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Primary School Incline Row , Taibach SA13 1TT | - not rated | 314 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Groes Primary School Bertha Road , Margam SA13 2AW | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cwm Brombil Bertha Road , Margam SA13 2AN | - not rated | 2,283 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Boyz | 37 Commercial Road | 77 yd | |
| Mama's Cwtch | 51 Commercial Road | 212 yd | |
| Fire Station | Port Talbot Fire Station, Woodfield Street | 243 yd | |
| The Surge Cafe Bar | 74 Commercial Road | 259 yd | |
| Tiddlywinks | Special Needs Activity Centre, Lady Charlotte Lane | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taibach RFC | Taibach Rfc, 23 Commercial Road | 1 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | The Bell Inn, 58 Commercial Road | 51 yd | |
| Taibach Youth Club | Taibach Community Centre, Duke Street | 582 yd | |
| Fresh! | The Red Lion, Corner House, 1 Talbot Road | 905 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Corner House, 1 Talbot Road | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirchi Masalla | 39 Commercial Road | 1 yd | |
| Golden Fortune | 35 Commercial Road | 1 yd | |
| Baguettes to Go | 25b Commercial Road | 35 yd | |
| Wok U Like | 64 Commercial Road | 51 yd | |
| Fish & Mix | 44 Commercial Road | 51 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 32-38 Commercial Road | 393 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.