Harlech Street is in Tairgwaith, Ammanford and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA18 1YH is located in the Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harlech Street, Tairgwaith, Ammanford, SA18 1YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA18 1YG, SA18 1YD, SA18 1YF, SA18 1YE, SA18 1YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA18 1YH 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 | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 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 | 35.3% | 35.8% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 46.9% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.4% | 38.8% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 31% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 21.7% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 9% | 7.4% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 1.2% | -3.6% | 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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 23.6% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 18.5% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 21.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 99.8% | 3.5% | 81.4% | 18.4% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 96.5% | 99% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 99% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harlech Street was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% lower than the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Harlech Street has the 10th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Harlech Street, Ammanford, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-07-12 | £101,417 |
| 12 Harlech Street, Ammanford, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2015-11-17 | £104,901 |
| 14 Harlech Street, Ammanford, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2007-03-21 | £87,485 |
| 20 Harlech Street, Ammanford, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1999-11-26 | £96,606 |
SA18 1YH 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tairgwaith Primary School Llwyncelyn Road , Tairgwaith SA18 1UU | - not rated | 497 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen New Road , Gwauncaegurwen SA18 1UN | - not rated | 1,650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynaman C P School Brynceunant , Brynamman SA18 1AH | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGD Cwmllynfell Pen-Y-Bryn , Cwmllynfell SA9 2FL | - not rated | 2,652 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Bedol Cwmamman Road , Glanamman SA18 1DZ | - not rated | 5,199 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amman Valley Trotting Club Ltd | Tairgwaith Post Office, 14 Llwyncelyn Road | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tairgwaith Workingmens Club | 18 Lauderdale Road | 60 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 | 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 | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.