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About Briton Ferry/Llansawel
Briton Ferry/Llansawel is a community located in Neath Port Talbot, within the county of Wales. Situated along the eastern bank of the River Neath, the area has a long history tied to industrial activity, particularly iron and steel production. The community is split into two distinct parts: Briton Ferry, which developed around the river and railway, and Llansawel, a smaller settlement to the west. The two areas are now closely connected, with shared services and infrastructure. The postcode area SA11 covers the region, and the community is accessible via the A483 and A4044 roads. While the landscape has changed significantly since its industrial peak, remnants of the past remain visible in the form of old factory buildings and railway lines. The area continues to be a residential community with a mix of housing types and local amenities.
School Ratings in Briton Ferry/Llansawel
Families in Briton Ferry/Llansawel have access to 65 local schools.
House Prices in Briton Ferry/Llansawel
Homes sell for an average of £143K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £104K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Briton Ferry/Llansawel
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Briton Ferry/Llansawel, with 9 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Briton Ferry/Llansawel
There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Briton Ferry/Llansawel, the nearest being Waterside Medical Practice (0.8 miles away).
Local Data for Briton Ferry/Llansawel
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Property Prices 4,824 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Briton Ferry/Llansawel ONS 2023
The average total household income in Briton Ferry/Llansawel is approximately £40,331 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,179. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,179.
Businesses in Briton Ferry/Llansawel ONS 2025
There are approximately 756 active businesses based in Briton Ferry/Llansawel, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Briton Ferry/Llansawel 77 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Briton Ferry/Llansawel are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Briton Ferry/Llansawel
Of the 16,136 households in and around Briton Ferry/Llansawel, 63% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Briton Ferry/Llansawel.