Regent Street East is in Neath and in Neath district. SA11 2RU is located in the Briton Ferry East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Regent Street East, Neath, SA11 2RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 2RY, SA11 2SA, SA11 2RP, SA11 2RT, SA11 2SB, SA11 2RS, SA11 2RR, SA11 2BZ, SA11 2RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA11 2RU has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 48% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.3% | 52% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SA11 2RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34% | 44.7% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 34% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 17.5% | 14.1% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 46.9% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 23.7% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 17.1% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 10.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 23% | -16.3% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 8.3% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 23% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 9.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 19.1% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 18.1% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 93.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 93.7% | 92.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 92% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Regent Street East was 36.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.0% lower than the Briton Ferry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Regent Street East has the 4th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Briton Ferry East and the 135th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Regent Street East, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £131,500 | 2024-12-05 | £137,099 |
| 35 Regent Street East, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-07-11 | £128,289 |
| 31 Regent Street East, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2024-02-19 | £69,247 |
| 37 Regent Street East, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-01-19 | £107,669 |
| 46 Regent Street East, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2022-05-17 | £93,752 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGG Tyle'r Ynn Llansawel Crescent , Briton Ferry SA11 2UN | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Horizons Educare 122 Old Road , SA11 2DE | - not rated | 1,976 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Baglan Primary School Elmwood Road , Baglan SA12 8TF | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaenbaglan Primary School Maes-Ty-Canol , Baglan SA12 8YF | - not rated | 2,386 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 2,953 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eira's Cafe | 109 Neath Road | 102 yd | |
| Liberty Hall | Old Age Pensioners Hall, Mansel Street | 357 yd | |
| Caffi Ni | Community Centre, 224 Neath Road | 529 yd | |
| Churches Together - Briton Ferry Neath | JKs Club & Restaurant, 222 Neath Road | 535 yd | |
| Me Myself and I | Brynhyfryd Primary School, Giants Grave Road | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briton Ferry Workingmans Club | Briton Ferry Workingmans Club, 133-135 Neath Road | 83 yd | |
| The Ferryman Inn | The Ferryman Inn, 136 Neath Road | 143 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Constitutional Club Inst. Ltd | Briton Ferry Constitutional Cl, Graig Road | 206 yd | |
| Schooners Bar | 8 Neath Road | 330 yd | |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 18 Bethel Street | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry House Chinese Takeaway | 145 Neath Road | 102 yd | |
| Happy Wok | 117 Neath Road | 102 yd | |
| Pizza Tomato | 113 Neath Road | 102 yd | |
| Bailey's Cop Shop Chippy | Briton Ferry Police Station, 155 Neath Road | 208 yd | |
| Adil Masala | 81 Neath Road | 210 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.