SA12 6BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Newbridge Road, 0.4km from Aberavon in Port Talbot. Administratively it sits within Sandfields East ward and the Aberavon constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA12 6BU is 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 60.7% 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 6BU are sourced from Output Area W00005090 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWBRIDGE ROAD, SA12 6BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWBRIDGE ROAD, SA12 6BU.
257
41
£ 32,600 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA12 6BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA12 6BU's 60% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 60.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA12 6BU. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 124,000
7 sales · Mean £ 138,175
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA12 6BU has low crime rates — 30 incidents 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
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Clwb Rygbi Harlequins0.8 km
- Aberavon Green Stars RFC0.5 km
- Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl0.5 km
- The Red Dragon1.0 km
- Aberavon Green Stars RFC0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Bethel Trust (Food Bank)0.7 km
- Mrs Munch0.6 km
- Bethel Trust (Food Bank)0.7 km
- Burger Bar at Aberavon Green Stars RFC0.5 km
- Cafe Remo's1.0 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Ginger0.8 km
- China Kitchen (Ffion Ltd T/A)0.5 km
- DP's Desserts0.5 km
- Happy Wok (Tian Tian Ltd)0.3 km
- Burgess Green0.6 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- AM Late Shop0.5 km
- AM Late Shop0.5 km
- Roberts & Sons Family Butchers0.8 km
- Costcutter0.6 km
- Fabric Foundation0.8 km
- + 19 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Port Talbot Parkway1.2 km
- Baglan3.0 km
- Briton Ferry5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Ruskin Avenue0.0 km
- Ruskin Avenue0.0 km
- Newbridge Road0.2 km
- Newbridge Road0.2 km
- Lake Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA126BU · Data under Open Government Licence