SA10 6AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Old Road, 0.4km from Pentreffynnon in Neath. Administratively it sits within Coedffranc Central ward and the Aberavon constituency.
For families considering a move, SA10 6AF represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £118k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SA10 6AF are sourced from Output Area W00004855 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD ROAD, SA10 6AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD ROAD, SA10 6AF.
249
50
£ 37,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA10 6AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SA10 6AF is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA10 6AF. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 105,750
10 sales · Mean £ 102,088
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA10 6AF has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Greggs PLC 005028510.8 km
- Abbey Gate Stores0.8 km
- Greggs PLC 005028510.8 km
- Del-Phil (SA322)1.0 km
- Abbey Gate Stores0.8 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- New Corner Cafe0.4 km
- Zafran Indian Restaurant0.3 km
- Aggregate Industries, Express Asphalt0.9 km
- Curry Knight0.2 km
- Byddin yr Iachawdwriaeth0.1 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Rock & Fountain0.2 km
- Colliers Arms0.4 km
- Skewen RFC Supporters Social Club1.0 km
- The Bloom Inn Ltd0.3 km
- Clwb Criced Sgiwen0.6 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Old Road Fish Bar0.2 km
- China Chef0.5 km
- Dirty Fries Guy / Sunny Side Up Breakfasts0.3 km
- Positano0.5 km
- Sim's Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Skewen0.7 km
- Neath2.2 km
- Briton Ferry2.8 km
Bus Stops
- White Gates0.2 km
- Rock & Fountain Inn0.3 km
- Rock & Fountain Inn0.3 km
- Colliers` Arms0.4 km
- White Gates0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SA106AF · Data under Open Government Licence