Pen Y Groes is in Oakdale, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0ER is located in the Penmaen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pen Y Groes, Oakdale, Blackwood, NP12 0ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0LG, NP11 3AD, NP12 0EP, NP12 0LH, NP11 3AN, NP11 3LR, NP12 0EN, NP11 3BG, NP12 0EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0ER is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 45.3% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 54.7% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP12 0ER there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 20.8% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 69.1% | 4.6% | 44.2% | 24.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.1% | 59.8% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 11.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 28% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 8.9% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around NP12 0ER this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.1% | 8.6% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.3% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 20.1% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 39.6% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 5.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.2% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 98.9% | 98.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Groes was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the Crumlin average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Pen Y Groes has the 14th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Crumlin and the 211th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Pen Y Groes, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-08-01 | £402,682 |
| 31 Pen Y Groes, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-03-03 | £206,078 |
| 9 Pen Y Groes, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-07-25 | £354,924 |
| 4 Pen Y Groes, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-06-14 | £296,740 |
| 47 Pen Y Groes, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-08-03 | £338,512 |
NP12 0ER area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 511 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 2,356 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 2,693 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantside Primary School Old Pant Road , Pantside NP11 5DE | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodexo Ltd at Pot Noodle | Croespenmaen Industrial Estate | 574 yd | |
| PMG Catering at General Dynamics | Units 1 & 3, Oakdale Court, Bryn Brithdir | 727 yd | |
| Oakdale Community Centre – Warm Hub | Community Centre, Pen-Rhiw Avenue | 882 yd | |
| Marma Jo's | Unit 15 Fern Close, Penyfan Industrial Estate | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Rugby Football Club | 12-13 Central Buildings | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chinese Oakdale | 6 Central Buildings | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | Lon Maes Yr Haf | 228 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.