SA12 6AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brwyna Avenue, 0.1km from Sandfields Road in Port Talbot. Administratively it sits within Aberavon ward and the Aberavon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.5% year-on-year. 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 SA12 6AQ are sourced from Output Area W00004707 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRWYNA AVENUE, SA12 6AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRWYNA AVENUE, SA12 6AQ.
337
43
£ 32,600 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA12 6AQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SA12 6AQ is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 21.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA12 6AQ. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 143,000
7 sales · Mean £ 141,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA12 6AQ is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Morrison Road Late Shop0.8 km
- Hel's Kitchen1.0 km
- Poundland0.9 km
- Cultech Ltd & Vega Nutritionals1.0 km
- Hel's Kitchen1.0 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- The Food Warehouse1.0 km
- The Food Warehouse1.0 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.9 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- RVS (at NPT Hospital)0.3 km
- Shark 4 U0.8 km
- Baristas 2 Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Baristas 2 Coffee Shop0.9 km
- China Kitchen (Ffion Ltd T/A)0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Caffe Latte0.9 km
- Hot Moon Thai Kitchen1.0 km
- Gossip Cafe1.0 km
- Honey Bee Coffee Cafe0.9 km
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl0.3 km
- Seaside Social & Labour Club0.9 km
- Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl0.3 km
- Clwb Rygbi Harlequins0.1 km
- Aberavon Harlequins RFC0.1 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Port Talbot Parkway1.3 km
- Baglan2.2 km
- Briton Ferry4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Brwyna Avenue0.2 km
- Michna Street0.2 km
- St Joseph`s RC Junior School0.3 km
- St Joseph`s RC Comprehensive0.3 km
- Neath Port Talbot Hospital0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SA126AQ · Data under Open Government Licence