Pearson Way is in Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA11 2EJ is located in the Neath East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 2008-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pearson Way, Neath, SA11 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 2BL, SA11 2AT, SA11 2BE, SA11 2ER, SA11 2BH, SA11 2HW, SA11 2BG, SA11 2AY, SA11 2JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA11 2EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50% | 48.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 36.1% | 36.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 40.4% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 50.4% | 47.5% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 23.5% | 30.1% | 6.6% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 15.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 28.3% | 18.1% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 8.3% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 20.4% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.1% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 21.8% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 24.1% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97% | 98.6% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.9% | 97.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pearson Way was 98.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.9% lower than the Briton Ferry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pearson Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Briton Ferry East and the 132nd highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Pearson Way, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-02-11 | £162,536 |
| 16 Pearson Way, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2021-04-16 | £285,078 |
| 6 Pearson Way, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2021-04-09 | £290,844 |
| 14 Pearson Way, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-01-12 | £293,790 |
| 20 Pearson Way, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, a newly built property | £157,000 | 2018-05-18 | £243,457 |
SA11 2EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizons Educare 122 Old Road , SA11 2DE | - not rated | 346 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 683 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gnoll Primary School Wellfield Avenue , SA11 1AQ | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alderman Davies CIW Primary School St David's Street , SA11 3AA | - not rated | 2,073 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neath Cafe | Imo Car Wash, Pantyrheol | 399 yd | |
| Giants Grave Boys & Girls Club and Cuppa Grave | Hengwrt Community Sports Centre, Llansawel Crescent | 836 yd | |
| Boys Club Lower Building | Parc Newydd | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briton Ferry Rugby Social Club | Briton Ferry Rugby Social Club, 40 Ynysymaerdy Road | 643 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC | Briton Ferry Athletic Football, Old Road | 902 yd | |
| Castle Bingo | Castle Leisure Club, Briton Ferry Road | 950 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 244-246 Neath Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Balti House | 81 Pantyrheol | 414 yd | |
| Shun Da Take-Away | 21 Furnace Terrace | 547 yd | |
| The Lodge Cafe | Lodge Cafe And Takeaway, Lodge Service Station, Shelone Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Foodstore | Lidl Supermarket, Castle Retai, Briton Ferry Road | 950 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.