Olive Branch Crescent is in Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA11 2UF is located in the Briton Ferry West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, SA11 2UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 2LA, SA11 2UN, SA11 2HY, SA11 2UG, SA11 2LB, SA11 2UL, SA11 2SS, SA11 2UH, SA11 2SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA11 2UF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 54.1% | 48.3% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 45.9% | 51.7% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 2UF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% 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 | 43% | 49.6% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 32.1% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 44% | 43.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 28.7% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 16.6% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 8.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around SA11 2UF this area, 31.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.9% | 31.4% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 18.4% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 8.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 17.1% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 14.7% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99.2% | 97% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 32.9% | 13.5% | 19.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 71.8% | 37.2% | 34.6% |
| Christian | 19.2% | 46.2% | -27.0% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Olive Branch Crescent was 62.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.0% lower than the Briton Ferry East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Olive Branch Crescent has the 7th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Briton Ferry East and the 224th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,550 | 2024-09-13 | £173,212 |
| 5 Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-11-06 | £123,750 |
| 6 Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2016-11-03 | £137,526 |
| 7 Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,500 | 2013-04-05 | £170,736 |
| 9 Olive Branch Crescent, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2012-10-19 | £162,914 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 146 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Horizons Educare 122 Old Road , SA11 2DE | - not rated | 1,152 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 2,288 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gnoll Primary School Wellfield Avenue , SA11 1AQ | - not rated | 2,525 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedffranc Primary School Stanley Road , Skewen SA10 6LP | - not rated | 2,692 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giants Grave Boys & Girls Club and Cuppa Grave | Hengwrt Community Sports Centre, Llansawel Crescent | 313 yd | |
| Kim's Cakes | 37 Ruskin Street | 330 yd | |
| Boys Club Lower Building | Parc Newydd | 349 yd | |
| Susan Hughes(Sue's Pantry) Home Site) | 7 Highfield Road | 419 yd | |
| Neath Cafe | Imo Car Wash, Pantyrheol | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 244-246 Neath Road | 583 yd | |
| JK's | Jk's Public House, 222 Neath Road | 610 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Rugby Social Club | Briton Ferry Rugby Social Club, 40 Ynysymaerdy Road | 634 yd | |
| The Ferryman Inn | The Ferryman Inn, 136 Neath Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Briton Ferry Workingmans Club | Briton Ferry Workingmans Club, 133-135 Neath Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Cafe | Lodge Cafe And Takeaway, Lodge Service Station, Shelone Road | 405 yd | |
| Noble Balti House | 81 Pantyrheol | 565 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza (Adam Pizza Ltd T/A) | 159 Neath Road | 859 yd | |
| Bailey's Cop Shop Chippy | Briton Ferry Police Station, 155 Neath Road | 878 yd | |
| Shun Da Take-Away | 21 Furnace Terrace | 1,065 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.