SA13 1DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Velindre in Port Talbot. Administratively it sits within Port Talbot ward and the Aberavon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SA13 1DS are sourced from Output Area W00005056 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA13 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA13 1DS.
265
41
£ 34,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA13 1DS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SA13 1DS is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 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 SA13 1DS. The average age is 41.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA13 1DS has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- For Goodness Bake0.9 km
- Peter Eaton Butcher0.6 km
- JNA Fresh Meats0.8 km
- Spar0.9 km
- JNA Fresh Meats0.8 km
- + 37 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Grand Hotel (Port Talbot) Limited 123272430.7 km
- The Grand Hotel (Port Talbot) Limited 123272430.7 km
Pub, NightClub
26 nearby- The Welcome to Town0.6 km
- Clwb Rygbi Aberafan RFC0.6 km
- The Red Lion0.9 km
- Aberavon & Port Talbot RFC0.6 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.9 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
54 nearby- Blanco's Hotel & Restaurant0.8 km
- Port Talbot Food Bank0.6 km
- Wanna Thai Food0.6 km
- Blanco's Hotel & Restaurant0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- + 49 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Tesco Store0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Pizza Hut0.6 km
- Pizza Pizza0.7 km
- Elachi Express0.7 km
- Pizza Factory (Dulo Ltd)0.6 km
- Bombay Spice0.6 km
- + 27 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Port Talbot Parkway0.8 km
- Baglan3.0 km
- Briton Ferry5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Villiers Street0.1 km
- Jersey Street0.2 km
- Glyndwr Street0.2 km
- Glyndwr Street0.2 km
- Blackwells0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA131DS · Data under Open Government Licence