Morlais Road is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA13 2AT 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 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, SA13 2AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA13 2AS, SA13 2AU, SA13 2AY, SA13 2BA, SA13 2BB, SA13 2AR, SA13 2AX, SA13 2LG, SA13 2AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA13 2AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.2% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.8% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 37.1% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 47.8% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.8% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 43.7% | 47.3% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 29.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 16.5% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 5.3% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 27.7% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 12.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 15% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 20.9% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
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 | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Morlais Road was 18.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.1% lower than the Margam and Tai-bach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Morlais Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Margam and Tai-bach and the 54th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-10-11 | £189,344 |
| 14 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-01-26 | £183,371 |
| 56 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2022-11-11 | £178,286 |
| 20 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-06-18 | £152,308 |
| 48 Morlais Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-12-16 | £174,213 |
SA13 2AT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA13 2AT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groes Primary School Bertha Road , Margam SA13 2AW | - not rated | 505 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cwm Brombil Bertha Road , Margam SA13 2AN | - not rated | 607 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Eastern Primary School Incline Row , Taibach SA13 1TT | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 3,334 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 3,908 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Baguettes | 130 Water Street | 406 yd | |
| Express Cafe | 266 Margam Road | 418 yd | |
| Steel Town Coffee Company | 280 Margam Road | 418 yd | |
| Compass Contract Services UK Ltd | Port Talbot Steelworks, Grange Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Steel Sports and Social Club | Margam | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Margam Ltd | 274 Margam Road | 418 yd | |
| Twelve Knights | Twelve Knights Hotel, Margam Road | 419 yd | |
| Margam Fish Bar | 76 Margam Road | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 276-278 Margam Road | 418 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 | 104.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.