Cefn Llan Road is in Pontardawe, Swansea and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA8 4NA is located in the Pontardawe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cefn Llan Road, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA8 4LZ, SA8 4NB, SA8 4LY, SA8 4NT, SA8 4PT, SA8 4ND, SA8 4NP, SA8 4LX, SA8 4NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA8 4NA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.6% | 49.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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% | 33.8% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 48.8% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.1% | 51.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 30.6% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.3% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 15% | 16.1% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 15.2% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 20.8% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 36.6% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cefn Llan Road was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.7% lower than the Allt-wen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cefn Llan Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Allt-wen and the 151st lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Cefn Llan Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2024-08-09 | £141,633 |
| 18 Cefn Llan Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2022-09-30 | £172,403 |
| 31 Cefn Llan Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-04-30 | £177,978 |
| 7 Cefn Llan Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-02-26 | £170,061 |
| 31 Cefn Llan Road, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2017-04-04 | £177,125 |
SA8 4NA 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 | 157 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhydyfro Primary School Waun Penlan , Pontardawe SA8 3BB | - not rated | 695 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Pontardawe Alltacham Drive , Pontardawe SA8 4JX | - not rated | 715 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangiwg Primary School New Road , Ynysmeudwy SA8 4PJ | - not rated | 1,364 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmtawe Community School Ffordd Parc , Ynysderw SA8 4EG | - not rated | 1,554 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alltwen Primary School Alltwen Hill , Alltwen SA8 3AB | - not rated | 1,712 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&A Grill | 15 Alltacham Drive | 553 yd | |
| The Ponty Cafe | 5 James Street | 716 yd | |
| Rosselli's Coffee House | 27 Herbert Street | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontardawe Golf Club | Pontardawe Golf Club, Cefn Llan Road | 512 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 1 High Street | 931 yd | |
| The Pink Geranium | 31-33 Herbert Street | 1,067 yd | |
| Dillwyn Arms | Dillwyn Arms, Herbert Street | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bells Bakes | 7 East Crossways | 362 yd | |
| Powerbuilding Hardcore Gym Cafe | Fitness Studio, Church Street | 829 yd | |
| Flames Pizza | 21 High Street | 931 yd | |
| Cross Fish Bar | 19 High Street | 931 yd | |
| Waffle Town | 13-14 High Street | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Gwyn's Drift | 1,075 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.