Beech Grove is in Oakdale, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0NB 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 Beech Grove, Oakdale, Blackwood, NP12 0NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0NA, NP12 0ND, NP12 0JF, NP12 0LZ, NP12 0LY, NP12 0LS, NP12 0LT, NP12 0NJ, NP12 0JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 51.9% | 53.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 27.9% | 39.3% | 11.4% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 44.2% | -9.4% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 47.2% | 55.4% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 26% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 18% | 10.5% | -7.5% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 37.4% | 19.4% | -18.0% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 18.9% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 28.7% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.8% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 96.4% 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% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.9% | 37.2% | 26.7% |
| Christian | 28.5% | 46.2% | -17.7% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beech Grove was 73.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.9% higher than the Crumlin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beech Grove has the 10th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Crumlin and the 284th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Beech Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-08-07 | £169,509 |
| 44 Beech Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,500 | 2022-11-11 | £199,731 |
| 34 Beech Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-06-01 | £219,739 |
| 45 Beech Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-09-09 | £172,874 |
| 55 Beech Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2018-02-09 | £144,493 |
NP12 0NB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 162 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 104 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 2,474 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 2,485 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 2,523 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Community Centre – Warm Hub | Community Centre, Pen-Rhiw Avenue | 273 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd at Pot Noodle | Croespenmaen Industrial Estate | 924 yd | |
| PMG Catering at General Dynamics | Units 1 & 3, Oakdale Court, Bryn Brithdir | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Rugby Football Club | 12-13 Central Buildings | 254 yd | |
| Cross Oak Inn | Cross Oak Inn, Cross Oak Cottages | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chinese Oakdale | 6 Central Buildings | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | Lon Maes Yr Haf | 810 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 | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.