SA9 1DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maes Y Gorof, 0.3km from Gorof in Ystalyfera. Administratively it sits within Cwm-twrch ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SA9 1DA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k. 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 1DA are sourced from Output Area W00002328 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAES Y GOROF, SA9 1DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAES Y GOROF, SA9 1DA.
374
51
£ 37,000 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA9 1DA 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.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA9 1DA's 72% ownership and 51-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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA9 1DA. The average age is 50.9. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 279,975
4 sales · Mean £ 313,737
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA9 1DA has low crime rates — 18 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 Arms0.8 km
- Cafe Chameleon0.6 km
- Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd0.4 km
- The Ynyscedwyn Arms Hotel0.7 km
- Ystradgynlais Football Club0.4 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Gavin and Stacey Cafe0.7 km
- The Clock Works0.9 km
- Ystradgynlais Foodbank1.0 km
- The Clock Works0.9 km
- Woodlands Service Station (Shop)1.0 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Fortune House0.9 km
- Tiffin Indian Restaurant1.0 km
- Fortune House0.9 km
- Kam Kong Garden0.6 km
- Rice N Spice0.7 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Kindle House Limited0.7 km
- Londis0.9 km
- Mark Griffiths Family Butchers0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Londis0.9 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Neath12.8 km
- Skewen13.8 km
- Llansamlet15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Gorof Road0.0 km
- Gyrnosfa0.0 km
- Gorof Road0.1 km
- Pengorof Surgery0.2 km
- Claphon Crossing0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SA91DA · Data under Open Government Licence