Postcode Analysis Neath Port Talbot, Wales

MOUNT VIEW TERRACE, SA12 6HH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT VIEW TERRACE, SA12 6HH.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 32,600 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SA12 6HH 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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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

SA12 6HH is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 17.2% year-on-year.

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

SA12 6HH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mount View Terrace, 0.4km from Port Talbot in Port Talbot. Administratively it sits within Aberavon ward and the Aberavon constituency.

For families considering a move, SA12 6HH represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £112k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 17.2% 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 6HH are sourced from Output Area W00004709 (shared with 7 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 SA12 6HH. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.1%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 83,000

9 sales · Mean £ 87,997

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

Crime around SA12 6HH is above average at 92 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.

Violence and sexual offences147
Shoplifting79
Public order45
Anti-social behaviour43
Criminal damage and arson29

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

48 nearby
  • Afan Ales and Fine Wines0.7 km
  • Yummy By V0.8 km
  • Afan Ales and Fine Wines0.7 km
  • B & M Bargains0.3 km
  • Caban Gorsaf Fysiau Port Talbot0.3 km
  • + 43 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

30 nearby
  • Afan Masonic Club0.5 km
  • Jimmy's Bar0.7 km
  • Murphy's Main Stage0.7 km
  • Afan Masonic Club0.5 km
  • B2M (Rumours Port Talbot Ltd t/a B2M)0.7 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

66 nearby
  • Andrea's Fancy Flowers0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • Ferrari's0.5 km
  • Cafe Fresco0.5 km
  • Caffe Latte0.2 km
  • + 61 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

44 nearby
  • Emilia's Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Pizza Milano0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza (Adam Pizza Ltd T/A)0.7 km
  • Subway1.0 km
  • Bombay Spice0.6 km
  • + 39 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Tesco Store0.5 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Grand Hotel (Port Talbot) Limited 123272430.8 km
  • The Grand Hotel (Port Talbot) Limited 123272430.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Port Talbot Parkway0.8 km
  • Baglan2.5 km
  • Briton Ferry5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Alexandra Street0.2 km
  • St Joseph's RC Infants School0.2 km
  • Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 10.3 km
  • Pentyla Top Q0.3 km
  • Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 20.3 km