Wellfield Avenue is in Neath and in Neath district. SA11 1EX is located in the Neath South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wellfield Avenue, Neath, SA11 1EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 1DJ, SA11 1DX, SA11 1AX, SA11 1EZ, SA11 1EJ, SA11 1HQ, SA11 1YY, SA11 1DQ, SA11 1TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA11 1EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 32.1% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 45.6% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 42.3% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 30.6% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15.3% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 22.2% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 8.8% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.1% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 18.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 28.7% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.5% | 99.6% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 97.6% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 97.6% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wellfield Avenue was 4.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.5% lower than the Neath East average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Wellfield Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Neath East and the 6th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99 Wellfield Avenue, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-11-24 | £249,447 |
| 77 Wellfield Avenue, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2016-05-12 | £133,080 |
| 81 Wellfield Avenue, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £27,500 | 1999-11-12 | £127,368 |
| 77 Wellfield Avenue, Neath, West Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £24,000 | 1995-02-10 | £122,435 |
SA11 1EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gnoll Primary School Wellfield Avenue , SA11 1AQ | - not rated | 311 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alderman Davies CIW Primary School St David's Street , SA11 3AA | - not rated | 720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Castell-nedd Heol Woodland , SA11 3AL | - not rated | 746 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Horizons Educare 122 Old Road , SA11 2DE | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neath Methodist Church | 100 Lewis Road | 165 yd | |
| Hillside Secure Childrens Home | Hillside Secure Unit, Lane From Burnside To Glamorga | 266 yd | |
| FAN Community Alliance, Friends and Neighbourhood Centre | Community Hall, Wellfield Avenue | 306 yd | |
| Clarewood Project | Clarewood House, 2 Cimla Road | 476 yd | |
| Hybrid Arts Cafe Ltd | 34 Orchard Street | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander Bar & Restaurant | 2-4 Lewis Road | 214 yd | |
| Celtic Lodge | Brynhyfryd Social Club, 36 Westernmoor Road | 295 yd | |
| The New Exeter | Exeter Inn, 52-54 Briton Ferry Road | 438 yd | |
| Pennsylvania Public House | 37 Briton Ferry Road | 451 yd | |
| Merlins | 93 Windsor Road | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heng Heng Highlander Thai Takeaway | 2-4 Lewis Road | 214 yd | |
| Shillingfords | 18 Briton Ferry Road | 311 yd | |
| Dragon House | 14 Briton Ferry Road | 311 yd | |
| Hikary's Fish Bar | 74 Briton Ferry Road | 430 yd | |
| Seventh Heaven (NRSA 111 Ltd) | 90-92 Windsor Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Foodstore | Lidl Supermarket, Castle Retai, Briton Ferry Road | 618 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 21 Green Street | 845 yd | |
| Tesco | Cimla Road | 908 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | 4-5 Old Market Street | 1,038 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Supermarket, Riverside Drive | 1,045 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.