Factory Houses is in Glynneath, Neath and in Neath Port Talbot district. SA11 5ET is located in the Blaengwrach and Glynneath West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Factory Houses, Glynneath, Neath, SA11 5ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 5ES, SA11 5EY, SA11 5HD, SA11 5EU, SA11 5HR, SA11 5HA, SA11 5HF, SA11 5HE, SA11 5RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA11 5ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.9% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.1% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 5ET, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.5% 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 | 35% | 46.5% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 29.1% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 8.5% | -7.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 42.6% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 33.5% | 7.6% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 14.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 8.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 5ET this area, 32.1% 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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 32.1% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 12.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 14.2% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.5% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 14.2% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 15.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.7% | 98.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.4% | 37.2% | 27.2% |
| Christian | 29.9% | 46.2% | -16.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Factory Houses was 84.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.7% higher than the Blaengwrach and Glynneath West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Factory Houses has the 6th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West and the 170th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Factory Houses, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £10,000 | 1999-02-26 | £50,383 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmnedd Primary School New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AA | - not rated | 873 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cwm Nedd New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AG | - not rated | 923 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwrach Primary School Heol Wenallt , Cwmgwrach SA11 5PS | - not rated | 1,312 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesmarchog Community Primary School School Road , Dyffryn Cellwen SA10 9LB | - not rated | 4,706 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhigos Primary School Heol Y Graig , Rhigos CF44 9YY | - not rated | 5,367 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 Tearooms | 1 Pentre Street | 150 yd | |
| The Locker (at Glynneath Sports Bar) | 12a High Street | 677 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds Restaurant, Sewage Works Access Road | 1,037 yd | |
| Cosy Corner | 71 High Street | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doherty's | 12 High Street | 678 yd | |
| Glynneath Youth Club | Glynneath Training Centre, Oddfellows Street | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Grill | 1a Pentre Street | 123 yd | |
| China Garden Takeaway | 4 High Street | 678 yd | |
| Hot Flames Kebab Pizza and Burger | 1-2 Bethania Street | 911 yd | |
| That Doughnut Place | Unit 1, 68 High Street | 928 yd | |
| Lee's Garden | 86 High Street | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express (GLN) | Tesco Express Supermarket, Neath Road | 223 yd | |
| Co-op | Stop Shop, High Street | 1,081 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.