Penycae Road is in Port Talbot and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA13 2EL is located in the Port Talbot electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penycae Road, Port Talbot, SA13 2EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA13 2EN, SA13 1AH, SA13 1AG, SA13 1AL, SA13 1AE, SA13 1AN, SA13 1AD, SA13 2UR, SA13 1AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA13 2EL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 47.7% | 47.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 52.3% | 52.8% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 | 25% | 34.4% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 46.1% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 1.2% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 11.6% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 50% | 48.8% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 34% | 31.7% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 13.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 20.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 7.8% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 18.9% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 15.2% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 28% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.9% | 92.9% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penycae Road was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.6% lower than the Margam and Tai-bach average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Penycae Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Margam and Tai-bach and the 37th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Penycae Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2024-09-02 | £321,808 |
| 32 Penycae Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-07-19 | £196,899 |
| 8 Penycae Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-05-31 | £234,062 |
| 16 Penycae Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-02-13 | £324,119 |
| 6 Penycae Road, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-06-24 | £251,429 |
SA13 2EL 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastern Primary School Incline Row , Taibach SA13 1TT | - not rated | 1,270 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 | 1,625 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 1,779 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon Catering | Catering Kitchen at Aberavon Rugby Football Club, Manor Street | 289 yd | |
| Dinner Jackets | 1 Cambrian Place | 548 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 22 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Pepes Piri Piri | 1-2 Commercial Buildings, Talbot Road | 563 yd | |
| Kaspas | 22 Talbot Road | 564 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberavon & Port Talbot RFC | Aberavon Rugby Football Club, Manor Street | 289 yd | |
| Murphy's Main Stage | 18 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club | Huddersfield Buildings, Talbot Road | 598 yd | |
| Fresh! | The Red Lion, Corner House, 1 Talbot Road | 599 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Corner House, 1 Talbot Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mei Moon | 10 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Pizza Factory (Dulo Ltd) | 8 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 2-4 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Pizza Milano | 28 Station Road | 561 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 12 Station Road | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Prior Street | 699 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | Unit D1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 960 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 | 95.2% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.