Gelynos Avenue is in Argoed, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0AT is located in the Argoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gelynos Avenue, Argoed, Blackwood, NP12 0AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0AR, NP12 0AS, NP12 0AU, NP12 0AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 0AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.3% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.7% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 36% | 35.3% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 46.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.5% | -1.6% | 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 | 51.1% | 49.5% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 30.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 28.2% | 25.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 14.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.7% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 25.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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% | 98.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gelynos Avenue was 49.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.5% lower than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gelynos Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 186th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Gelynos Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2025-08-01 | £523,487 |
| 5 Gelynos Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2025-01-30 | £143,631 |
| 13 Gelynos Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2024-12-06 | £164,648 |
| 38B Gelynos Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-05-03 | £290,601 |
| 16 Gelynos Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-04-25 | £108,633 |
NP12 0AT 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 | 145 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 1,262 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 2,285 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 2,616 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 2,801 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argoed Baptist Chapel | High Street | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd | Argoed Reform Club, High Street | 371 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 | 90.9% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.