Moving to Neath (SA10)

Neath Port Talbot · Neath Port Talbot

Planning a move to SA10? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Neath area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Neath. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Neath

Based on 492 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in SA10 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£185,000
Average Price (all types)£207,260

By Property Type

Detached£300,000 (139 sales)
Semi-Detached£180,000 (209 sales)
Terraced£145,000 (123 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£90,000 (8 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Neath

Neath recorded 20% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

SA10 Total Crimes (13 months)2,099
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average20% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,014 (near avg)
Anti-social Behaviour293 (31% below avg)
Public Order246 (36% above avg)
Vehicle Crime49 (63% below avg)
Shoplifting25 (89% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson176 (8% below avg)
Burglary36 (63% below avg)
Other Theft112 (36% below avg)
Drugs55 (41% below avg)
Robbery3 (92% below avg)
Theft from Person7 (86% below avg)
Bicycle Theft5 (78% below avg)
Possession of Weapons17 (35% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Neath

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Neath, council tax is managed by Neath Port Talbot. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

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Essential Services Near Neath

52.8 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the SA10 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)14

Green Spaces in Neath

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in SA10 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

85% of residential postcodes in SA10 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Neath

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the SA10 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Neath

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for SA10 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

35.2 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the SA10 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)93.8%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)74.1%
Gigabit capable74.1%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.3%

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Energy Performance in Neath

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for SA10 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties6097

Homes in SA10 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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