Postcode Analysis Neath Port Talbot, Wales

CASTLE STREET, SA10 6DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE STREET, SA10 6DA.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA10 6DA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 40, SA10 6DA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £150k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA10 6DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Castle Street, 0.2km from Pentreffynnon in Neath. Administratively it sits within Coedffranc Central ward and the Aberavon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 SA10 6DA are sourced from Output Area W00004860 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA10 6DA. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 150,000

2 sales · Mean £ 150,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SA10 6DA has low crime rates — 33 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.

Violence and sexual offences55
Anti-social behaviour14
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft5

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Greggs PLC 005028510.9 km
  • Abbey Gate Stores0.9 km
  • Greggs PLC 005028510.9 km
  • Abbey Gate Stores0.9 km
  • C & C Stores0.3 km
  • + 17 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • New Corner Cafe0.4 km
  • Zafran Indian Restaurant0.4 km
  • Curry Knight0.3 km
  • Byddin yr Iachawdwriaeth0.3 km
  • Curry Knight0.3 km
  • + 15 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Rock & Fountain0.2 km
  • Colliers Arms0.5 km
  • Skewen RFC Supporters Social Club0.9 km
  • The Bloom Inn Ltd0.4 km
  • Clwb Criced Sgiwen0.6 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Old Road Fish Bar0.2 km
  • China Chef0.6 km
  • Dirty Fries Guy / Sunny Side Up Breakfasts0.5 km
  • Positano0.6 km
  • Sim's Fish Bar0.6 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Skewen0.7 km
  • Neath2.2 km
  • Briton Ferry2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Rock & Fountain Inn0.2 km
  • Rock & Fountain Inn0.2 km
  • Talbot Road0.2 km
  • Talbot Road0.2 km
  • White Gates0.4 km