Postcode Analysis Neath Port Talbot, Wales

COMPTON AVENUE, SA10 6BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMPTON AVENUE, SA10 6BB.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA10 6BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 40, SA10 6BB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA10 6BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Compton Avenue, 0.3km from Pentreffynnon in Neath. Administratively it sits within Coedffranc Central ward and the Aberavon constituency.

For families considering a move, SA10 6BB 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k. 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 6BB are sourced from Output Area W00004860 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA10 6BB. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 137,500

6 sales · Mean £ 150,000

Detached

£ 270,000

1 sales · Mean £ 270,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SA10 6BB has low crime rates — 35 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.

Violence and sexual offences59
Anti-social behaviour16
Public order12
Drugs11
Criminal damage and arson10

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • New Corner Cafe0.4 km
  • Zafran Indian Restaurant0.3 km
  • Curry Knight0.2 km
  • Byddin yr Iachawdwriaeth0.2 km
  • Curry Knight0.2 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Abbey Gate Stores0.8 km
  • Greggs PLC 005028510.8 km
  • Abbey Gate Stores0.8 km
  • C & C Stores0.3 km
  • Jefferies Stores0.3 km
  • + 17 more
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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
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Old Road Fish Bar0.2 km
  • China Chef0.5 km
  • Dirty Fries Guy / Sunny Side Up Breakfasts0.4 km
  • Positano0.5 km
  • Sim's Fish Bar0.5 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Skewen0.7 km
  • Neath2.2 km
  • Briton Ferry2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Rock & Fountain Inn0.2 km
  • Rock & Fountain Inn0.2 km
  • White Gates0.3 km
  • Talbot Road0.3 km
  • Talbot Road0.3 km