The Meadows is in Cimla, Neath and in Neath district. SA11 3XF is located in the Cimla and Pelenna electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Meadows, Cimla, Neath, SA11 3XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 3XH, SA11 3YW, SA11 3YN, SA11 2QA, SA11 3XB, SA11 3YJ, SA11 3YQ, SA11 3XD, SA11 3YL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA11 3XF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.8% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.2% | -2.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SA11 3XF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29% | 24.2% | -4.8% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 55.4% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 10% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 50.6% | 44.3% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 34.3% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 14.9% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16.3% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 32.2% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.3% | 98.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Meadows was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.3% lower than the Cimla and Pelenna average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Meadows has the 8th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Cimla and Pelenna and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 The Meadows, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-08-27 | £371,736 |
| 53 The Meadows, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-08-22 | £377,498 |
| 59 The Meadows, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-03-14 | £328,696 |
| 79 The Meadows, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-12-05 | £349,198 |
| 6 The Meadows, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-12-01 | £237,363 |
SA11 3XF 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 3XF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Saeson Comprehensive School Afan Valley Road , Cimla SA11 3TA | - not rated | 751 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Neath) Cook Rees Avenue , SA11 1UR | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Castell-nedd Heol Woodland , SA11 3AL | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gnoll Primary School Wellfield Avenue , SA11 1AQ | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alderman Davies CIW Primary School St David's Street , SA11 3AA | - not rated | 2,012 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tap Room | 51 Castle Drive | 616 yd | |
| Cimla Youth Club | Afan Valley Road | 856 yd | |
| Rachie's Cakie's | 8 Pine Grove | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zafran Express Cimla Limited (13966840) | 49-49a Castle Drive | 568 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.