About Skewen/Sgiwen

Skewen, located in Neath Port Talbot, Wales, is a small village with a strong sense of community. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. Skewen is well-connected by road and rail, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The village has local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding landscape includes scenic views of the nearby hills and valleys, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Skewen is also close to the larger town of Neath, where additional facilities and services can be found. This combination of local resources and proximity to urban areas makes Skewen a practical choice for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Skewen/Sgiwen

Skewen/Sgiwen is served by 80 schools.

House Prices in Skewen/Sgiwen

Property prices average £177K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £148K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Skewen/Sgiwen

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Skewen/Sgiwen, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Skewen/Sgiwen

Most properties in Skewen/Sgiwen can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,710 sales

Average Price £177K
£500 — £5.35M
Detached £252K 1,061
Semi £148K 1,463
Terraced £117K 890
Flat £97K 104

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Coedffranc Primary School 0.1 miles Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tregeles 0.4 miles Abbey Primary School 0.7 miles Priority Childcare 1.1 miles Waunceirch Primary School 1.3 miles Birchgrove Comprehensive School 1.3 miles Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School 1.4 miles Melin Primary 1.5 miles Birchgrove Primary 1.6 miles Horizons Educare 1.6 miles YGG Tyle'r Ynn 1.6 miles Blaenhonddan Primary School 1.7 miles

Crime in Skewen/Sgiwen 78 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Skewen/Sgiwen falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

46 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Public Order
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Other Theft
3 Weapons
3 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
South Wales Coedffranc Central Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Skewen Train Station 124 yards
Briton Ferry Train Station 2 miles
Baglan Train Station 3.6 miles
Swansea Train Station 4.8 miles
Gowerton Train Station 8.2 miles
Maesteg Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Neath Abbey 0.9 miles Lon-las 1.2 miles Neath/Castell-Nedd 1.2 miles Melincryddan 1.4 miles Birchgrove 1.4 miles Llandarcy 1.4 miles Penrhiwtyn 1.8 miles Pencaerau 1.8 miles Ynysmaerdy 1.8 miles Bryn côch 1.8 miles Tai'r-ysgol 1.9 miles Pentre-dwr 2 miles

Local Government

District Neath Port Talbot
Ward Coedffranc Central
Constituency Aberavon
Parish Coedffranc

Notable & Famous People from Skewen/Sgiwen 1 people

Bonnie Tyler
Singer
Welsh singer (born 1951)

Streets in SA10 30 shown View all streets

A4109 9 A4230 3 A465 4 A474 1 Abbotts Walk 1 Aberhenwaun Uchaf 1 Afon-Y-Felin 1 Alderwood Close 1 Alexander Crescent 1 Alexander Road 4 Ashleigh Terrace 1 B4242 1 B4290 1 Back Drive 2 Ballards Court 1 Bay View Close 1 Bay View Gardens 2 Beaconsfield Street 1 Benedict Close 2 Bethlehem Road 3 Bevan Avenue 1 Birch Lane 1 Birchwood Close 1 Bittern Court 1 Bosworth Road 1 Briarwood Close 1 Bron Allt 1 Brook Street 1 Brookfield 2 Brookville Drive 2

Postcodes in SA10 50 shown View all postcodes

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