SA11 1AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Melincryddan in Neath. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Neath East ward and the Neath constituency.
The people who live in SA11 1AU are typical of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SA11 1AU are sourced from Output Area W00004964 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SA11 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SA11 1AU.
216
46
£ 32,600 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA11 1AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA11 1AU's 50% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA11 1AU. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA11 1AU is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Mile End Service Station0.3 km
- Naissance Trading & Innovation Company Ltd0.2 km
- Booze Express1.0 km
- Jenkins Bakery (David Jenkins Ltd)1.0 km
- Sparkles Bakery Neath0.2 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Highlander Bar & Restaurant0.5 km
- Highlander Bar & Restaurant0.5 km
- David Protheroe0.9 km
- The Cambrian Arms0.3 km
- Merlins0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Serenade1.0 km
- Area 510.2 km
- Hybrid Arts Cafe Ltd0.9 km
- Hi Coffee0.9 km
- Hybrid Arts Cafe Ltd0.9 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
36 nearby- Royal Pizza0.8 km
- Siop Tecawê Central House Take Away0.7 km
- Royal Pizza0.8 km
- Shillingfords0.4 km
- Eastern Kitchen0.7 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl Foodstore0.1 km
- Lidl Foodstore0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Neath0.9 km
- Briton Ferry1.9 km
- Skewen2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Bingo0.1 km
- Castle Bingo0.1 km
- St Catherine`s0.2 km
- Rockfield Terrace0.2 km
- St Catherine`s0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA111AU · Data under Open Government Licence