Garwed Gardens is in Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA11 4EA is located in the Resolven and Tonna electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 2009-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garwed Gardens, Neath, SA11 4EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 4DH, SA11 4DJ, SA11 4DN, SA11 4DL, SA11 4DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA11 4EA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 46.4% | 49.6% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 53.6% | 50.4% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 26.6% | 31.4% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 50% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 9.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 47.6% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 33.2% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 11.4% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 14.4% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 4.3% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 20.7% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 33.2% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 97.2% | 95.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 11.4% | 6.0% | 5.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garwed Gardens was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% lower than the Aberdulais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garwed Gardens has the 15th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Aberdulais and the 194th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Garwed Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2024-03-01 | £286,477 |
| 1 Garwed Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-09-01 | £288,806 |
| 2 Garwed Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-07-09 | £290,561 |
| 2 Garwed Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2016-11-30 | £264,466 |
| 5 Garwed Gardens, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2016-09-01 | £471,825 |
SA11 4EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ynysfach Primary School Resolven , SA11 4AB | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creunant Primary School School Road , Crynant SA10 8NS | - not rated | 3,902 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolven AFC | Resolven Afc Ltd | 841 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 20.77 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 20.77 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.