SA11 1AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wellfield Avenue, 0.2km from Westernmoor Road in Neath. Administratively it sits within Neath East ward and the Neath constituency.
For families considering a move, SA11 1AX represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £149k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 61.2% year-on-year. 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 1AX are sourced from Output Area W00004972 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELLFIELD AVENUE, SA11 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLFIELD AVENUE, SA11 1AX.
261
41
£ 30,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA11 1AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SA11 1AX's 71% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 61.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA11 1AX. The average age is 40.7. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 138,500
14 sales · Mean £ 136,678
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA11 1AX is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
62 nearby- K & D Barnes Family Butchers0.9 km
- The Slab Creator0.5 km
- Llewellyns0.8 km
- Naissance Trading & Innovation Company Ltd0.8 km
- Booze Express0.8 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
48 nearby- Cimla RFC0.8 km
- The Cross Keys0.6 km
- Castell Nedd0.9 km
- Highlander Bar & Restaurant0.3 km
- The Old Market Tavern0.8 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
98 nearby- Canolfan Gymunedol Castell-nedd0.7 km
- The Greyhound0.7 km
- The Place (Neath Leisure Centre Cafe)0.8 km
- Neath Pensioners Bowls Club0.7 km
- Orchard Coffee Bar And Bistro0.7 km
- + 93 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Castle Hotel0.8 km
- Spirit n Spice Bar & Kitchen0.8 km
- The Ambassador Hotel0.8 km
- Castle Hotel0.8 km
- Spirit n Spice Bar & Kitchen0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Archfarchnad Morrisons Castell-nedd0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
58 nearby- Leon's Fish Bar0.9 km
- Royal Pizza0.6 km
- Siop Tecawê Central House Take Away0.4 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Tennessee Fried Chicken0.8 km
- + 53 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Neath0.8 km
- Briton Ferry2.4 km
- Skewen3.3 km
Bus Stops
- The Laurels0.1 km
- The Laurels0.1 km
- Lewis Road0.2 km
- Lewis Road0.2 km
- Wellfield Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA111AX · Data under Open Government Licence