SA12 6BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Newbridge Road, 0.3km from Aberavon in Port Talbot. Administratively it sits within Sandfields East ward and the Aberavon constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA12 6BY 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 £204k, down 32.9% 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 6BY are sourced from Output Area W00005090 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWBRIDGE ROAD, SA12 6BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWBRIDGE ROAD, SA12 6BY.
257
41
£ 32,600 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA12 6BY 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 6BY's 60% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 32.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA12 6BY. 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
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
£ 154,750
4 sales · Mean £ 159,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA12 6BY has low crime rates — 35 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
10 nearby- Clwb Rygbi Harlequins0.7 km
- Aberavon Green Stars RFC0.6 km
- Aberavon South Ward Liberal Cl0.4 km
- Seaside Social & Labour Club0.9 km
- The Red Dragon0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Bethel Trust (Food Bank)0.6 km
- Mrs Munch0.4 km
- Becky's Bakes1.0 km
- Bethel Trust (Food Bank)0.6 km
- Burger Bar at Aberavon Green Stars RFC0.6 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Ginger0.7 km
- Burgess Green0.5 km
- China Kitchen0.3 km
- DP's Desserts0.6 km
- Fairfield Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- AM Late Shop0.3 km
- AM Late Shop0.3 km
- Roberts & Sons Family Butchers0.6 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- Fabric Foundation0.8 km
- + 19 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Port Talbot Parkway1.3 km
- Baglan2.8 km
- Briton Ferry5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Newbridge Road0.0 km
- Newbridge Road0.0 km
- Hospital Road0.1 km
- Hospital Road0.1 km
- Addison Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA126BY · Data under Open Government Licence