SA9 1BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Gorof in Ystalyfera. Administratively it sits within Ynyscedwyn ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SA9 1BS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 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 SA9 1BS are sourced from Output Area W00002689 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA9 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA9 1BS.
340
52
£ 37,000 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SA9 1BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA9 1BS. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA9 1BS has low crime rates — 16 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- The Aubrey Arms1.0 km
- Cafe Chameleon0.4 km
- Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd0.2 km
- The Ynyscedwyn Arms Hotel0.6 km
- Ystradgynlais Football Club0.2 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Gavin and Stacey Cafe0.9 km
- The Clock Works0.9 km
- The Clock Works0.9 km
- Cofion Cynnes0.6 km
- Colin Jones Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Fortune House0.9 km
- Fortune House0.9 km
- Kam Kong Garden0.5 km
- Rice N Spice0.6 km
- The Old Temp Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Kindle House Limited0.6 km
- Londis0.7 km
- Mark Griffiths Family Butchers0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- Londis0.7 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Neath12.8 km
- Skewen13.8 km
- Llansamlet15.4 km
Bus Stops
- Pengorof Surgery0.1 km
- Gorof Road0.2 km
- Gyrnosfa0.2 km
- Gorof Road0.2 km
- Claphon Crossing0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SA91BS · Data under Open Government Licence