Glan Gwerelych is in Pontwalby, Neath and in Neath district. SA11 5LN is located in the Glynneath Central and East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Neath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glan Gwerelych, Pontwalby, Neath, SA11 5LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA11 5LH, SA11 5LF, SA11 5LA, SA11 5LR, SA11 5AQ, SA11 5LP, SA11 5HY, SA11 5LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SA11 5LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.1% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48% | 48.9% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.6% | 31.1% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 50% | 54.2% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 25.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 15% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 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 | 22.3% | 16.6% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 9.4% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 21.3% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 31.5% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.8% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.8% | 37.2% | 22.6% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glan Gwerelych was 40.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.6% lower than the Blaengwrach and Glynneath West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glan Gwerelych has the 8th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West and the 154th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Glan Gwerelych, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-10-03 | £124,027 |
| Freshfields Bungalow Glan Gwerelych, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2011-12-14 | £239,228 |
| 7 Glan Gwerelych, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2011-07-08 | £469,712 |
| 8 Glan Gwerelych, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2011-07-08 | £304,267 |
| 15A Glan Gwerelych, Neath, Neath Port Talbot Detached, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2005-02-01 | £89,130 |
SA11 5LN 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YGG Cwm Nedd New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AG | - not rated | 752 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmnedd Primary School New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AA | - not rated | 813 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwrach Primary School Heol Wenallt , Cwmgwrach SA11 5PS | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhigos Primary School Heol Y Graig , Rhigos CF44 9YY | - not rated | 3,860 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesmarchog Community Primary School School Road , Dyffryn Cellwen SA10 9LB | - not rated | 5,353 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosy Corner | 71 High Street | 589 yd | |
| The Locker (at Glynneath Sports Bar) | 12a High Street | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinas Rock Hotel | Dinas Rock Hotel, High Street | 427 yd | |
| Glynneath Youth Club | Glynneath Training Centre, Oddfellows Street | 667 yd | |
| Glynneath RFC Ltd 10685635 | Glynneath Rugby Football Groun, Lon Y Nant | 716 yd | |
| Doherty's | 12 High Street | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj Balti Takeaway | 96 High Street | 583 yd | |
| Lee's Garden | 86 High Street | 584 yd | |
| KFC | High Street | 585 yd | |
| Cakes by Jordan | 22b Waungron | 585 yd | |
| Hot Flames Kebab Pizza and Burger | 1-2 Bethania Street | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Stop Shop, High Street | 589 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 | 96.7% |
| 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 | 3.3% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.46 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.