Prior to 1974 Sandfields was a ward to Glamorgan County Council, represented by a Labour Party councillor.
The Lido also has a spa, gym, and concert hall where famous bands have played, including in recent years McFly, All Saints, Stereophonics, Manic Street Preachers and Lostprophets.
[6] Residents in surrounding streets were evacuated due to fears of the safety of chemicals in the fire that broke through the centre's roof.
[7] The school has produced a number of sportsmen and women who have represented Wales at international level, including rugby players Allan Martin[8] and Les Keen (ex-Aberavon RFC); footballers Brian Flynn[8] and Laura May Walkely of Arsenal Ladies Football Team.
The Port Talbot Historical Society and Community Archives Wales meet at Sandfields' Library.