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SA8 4DG Area Guide - Schools, Crime & Living in Neath Port Talbot

Lower crime rate3.8/10

Violence And Sexual OffencesPublic OrderCriminal Damage And ArsonPossession Of Weapons…and 2 more

Trend -14% versus prior comparable archive

Higher-income area 7.8/10

Neighbourhood wellbeingDecile 9/10Wales
Median sold price£157kSA8 sample - 65 sales
MeasureImmediate areaAverage for Wales
Main ethnic groupWhite
Immediate area96.8%Average for Wales94.1%
Significant presenceasian chinese, other any, asian indian
Immediate area1.9%Average for Wales
Main religionNo religion
Immediate area48.7%Average for Wales
Population densityPeople per sq km
Immediate area138Average for Wales1,516
Main age bandAged 18 to 64
Immediate area57.4%Average for Wales58.5%
Main tenureOwner-occupied
Immediate area68.1%Average for Wales66.3%
Main country of birthuk
Immediate area78.4%Average for Wales

Census 2021 — surrounding statistical neighbourhood

Mostly owner-occupied68.1% dominant

Owned68.1%
Private rent14.2%
Social rent17.3%

Schools nearby 6 within 1 mile

Kids clubs

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Child-friendly activities nearby 1 matched

Canoe Polo / Kayaking – Swansea Canoe Polo ClubAges 13-40 · Pontardawe Swimming Pool · 2.7 km
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About SA8 4DG: area rating, property, schools and local change

SA8 4DG is a postcode in Trebanos, Neath Port Talbot, Wales, Wales. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near SA8 4DG, then scores the surrounding small area 65/100 - top 28% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.

The strongest signals around SA8 4DG are health and housing, while property market signals is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.

The demographic profile for SA8 4DG is based on Swansea 002 Census 2021. It covers 9,138 residents, 138 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 44, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 68% owner-occupied, 14% privately rented, 17% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official Wales neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 9/10.

For property prices near SA8 4DG, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the SA8 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £157k from 65 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.

Families checking schools near SA8 4DG can compare 6 state schools within one mile. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.

Near SA8 4DG, LocaleIQ matches 1 kids club or activity, including 1 other local activity. Closest examples include Canoe Polo / Kayaking – Swansea Canoe Polo Club (at Pontardawe Swimming Pool, ages 13-40, 2.7 km). 1 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.

For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near SA8 4DG by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.

FAQ

Common questions about SA8 4DG

Is SA8 4DG a good area to live?

LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 65/100 (top 28% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.

What is crime like near SA8 4DG?

Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.

What schools are near SA8 4DG?

6 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.

What kids clubs and activities are near SA8 4DG?

Near SA8 4DG, LocaleIQ matches 1 kids club or activity, including 1 other local activity. Closest examples include Canoe Polo / Kayaking – Swansea Canoe Polo Club (at Pontardawe Swimming Pool, ages 13-40, 2.7 km). 1 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.

What demographics are available for SA8 4DG?

LocaleIQ matched SA8 4DG to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.

What are typical property prices in SA8 4DG?

The latest median sold price is £157k based on 65 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.