SA9 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heol Philip, 0.7km from Gorof in Ystalyfera. Administratively it sits within Cwm-twrch ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £118k, 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 SA9 1DP are sourced from Output Area W00002330 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEOL PHILIP, SA9 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEOL PHILIP, SA9 1DP.
159
40
£ 37,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA9 1DP 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
SA9 1DP is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 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 SA9 1DP. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 68,000
1 sales · Mean £ 68,000
Semi-Detached
£ 117,000
2 sales · Mean £ 117,000
Flat
£ 65,000
1 sales · Mean £ 65,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA9 1DP has low crime rates — 27 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
12 nearby- Tafarn Twrch1.0 km
- Tafarn Twrch1.0 km
- The Aubrey Arms0.8 km
- Cafe Chameleon1.0 km
- Clwb Rygbi Ystradgynlais Ltd0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Gavin and Stacey Cafe0.6 km
- Colin Jones Pharmacy0.3 km
- E W Richards Ltd0.9 km
- Merlins1.0 km
- Colin Jones Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Kindle House Limited0.9 km
- Ystradgynlais Chiropractic1.0 km
- Best One1.0 km
- Ystradgynlais Chiropractic1.0 km
- Boscos Holistic Pet Pantry0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Kam Kong Garden0.9 km
- Cwmphil Fish Bar0.6 km
- Kam Kong Garden0.9 km
- Cwmphil Fish Bar0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Neath13.0 km
- Skewen13.9 km
- Llansamlet15.3 km
Bus Stops
- Gurnos Primary School0.4 km
- Gurnos Primary School0.4 km
- Gyrnosfa0.4 km
- Gorof Road0.4 km
- Gorof Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SA91DP · Data under Open Government Licence