Water Street is in Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA11 3ET is located in the Neath North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Water Street, Neath, SA11 3ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 3BP, SA11 3AB, SA11 3BH, SA11 3BN, SA11 1RF, SA11 3EP, SA11 3AF, SA11 3BT, SA11 3AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA11 3ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 52.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 45.9% | 47.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 28.6% | 30.4% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 37.7% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 15.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 15.7% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
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 | 37.4% | 31.6% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -16.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 40.3% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 20.9% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 3ET this area, 36.1% 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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.7% | 36.1% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 17.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 11.5% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 9.4% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 11% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 22.5% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.6% | 96.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Water Street was 372.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 204.3% higher than the Neath East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Water Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Neath East and the 11th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 215.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.3%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Water Street, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2022-03-31 | £111,771 |
| 43 Water Street, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2021-11-09 | £97,676 |
| 55 Water Street, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2009-01-07 | £155,361 |
| 54 Water Street, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2009-01-07 | £146,730 |
| 40 Water Street, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2007-07-06 | £149,201 |
SA11 3ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SA11 3ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Davies CIW Primary School St David's Street , SA11 3AA | - not rated | 43 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Castell-nedd Heol Woodland , SA11 3AL | - not rated | 345 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gnoll Primary School Wellfield Avenue , SA11 1AQ | - not rated | 534 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dwr Y Felin Comprehensive School Dwr Y Felin Road , SA10 7RE | - not rated | 919 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 1,016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Davids Church | St Davids Church, St Davids Street | 39 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 11 Water Street | 143 yd | |
| Montys | Unit 5 Shufflebotham Lane | 171 yd | |
| The Place (Neath Leisure Centre Cafe) | Neath Leisure Centre, Fairfield Way | 200 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 4 Orchard Street | 206 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross Keys | Cross Keys Hotel, St Davids Street | 39 yd | |
| Allan Leonard Lewis VC (Amber Taverns Ltd) | Constitutional Club, 11 Orchard Street | 242 yd | |
| Neath Masonic Hall | Masonic Temple, 29 Queen Street | 243 yd | |
| Neath Cricket Club | Neath Cricket Club, Dyfed Road, Dyfed Road | 259 yd | |
| The Duke Of Wellington | 8 Old Market Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scampi Fish and Chip Shop | 16 Orchard Street | 207 yd | |
| Thai Food Cafe | 18c Neath General Market, Green Street | 300 yd | |
| Flamingos Pizza | 126 London Road | 305 yd | |
| Boobo Tea | 6 Green Street | 319 yd | |
| Simla | 25 Alfred Street | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 21 Green Street | 295 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | 4-5 Old Market Street | 341 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons Supermarket, Riverside Drive | 448 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Vale Of Neath Retail Par, Vale Of Neath Retail Park Acce | 894 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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.