NP12 0DE is in Penmaen, Blackwood and Caerphilly district. NP12 0DE is located in the Penmaen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penmaen, Blackwood, NP12 0DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0PF, NP12 0PQ, NP12 0PH, NP12 0EU, NP12 0PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0DE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 52.6% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.4% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 27.4% | 33.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 49.7% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 36.5% | 46.1% | 9.6% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 35.6% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 13.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 2.8% | -6.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 29.3% | 18.6% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 8.8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 15.7% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 34% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98% | 99% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.3% | 98.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NP12 0DE was 53.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.4% lower than the Blackwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
NP12 0DE has the 8th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blackwood and the 205th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 169.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Park View Bungalows, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-01-03 | £306,609 |
| 9 Park View Bungalows, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-09-06 | £354,257 |
| The Croft Park View Bungalows, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,000 | 2023-04-06 | £338,481 |
| 15 Park View Bungalows, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-04-08 | £342,669 |
| 9 Park View Bungalows, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-04-16 | £379,644 |
NP12 0DE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP12 0DE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,407 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro 8 | Park Terrace | 379 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Cliff Road | 582 yd | |
| Subway | 65 High Street | 625 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 151 High Street | 625 yd | |
| Le Cafe | 103 High Street | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood RFC | Blackwood Rugby Club, Hall Street | 478 yd | |
| Islwyn Masonic Hall | Masonic Lodge, Cliff Road | 582 yd | |
| Cross Oak Inn | Cross Oak Inn, Cross Oak Cottages | 607 yd | |
| Bijou Blackwood | 2-3 The Pier, Hall Street | 615 yd | |
| The Sirhowy | 61-63 High Street | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Palace | 27 Bridge Street | 560 yd | |
| New Red Chilli | 67, 65-73 High Street | 625 yd | |
| Square Pizza | Unit, 71 High Street | 638 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit B, 201 High Street | 646 yd | |
| Blackwood Favourite Ltd | 231 High Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Cliff Road | 582 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2a, Cliff Road | 582 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 693 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 860 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 56 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.