Llys Cyncoed is in Oakdale, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0NQ is located in the Penmaen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2004-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Llys Cyncoed, Oakdale, Blackwood, NP12 0NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0NH, NP12 0NS, NP12 0NE, NP12 0ND, NP12 0LX, NP12 0LY, NP12 0LP, NP12 0EG, NP12 0LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 0NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 26.6% | 35.6% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 49.1% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.4% | 56.7% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 27.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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 | 23.7% | 15.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 7.2% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 16.7% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 21.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 32.2% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Llys Cyncoed was 40.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% lower than the Blackwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Llys Cyncoed has the 6th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blackwood and the 140th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 83.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Llys Cyncoed, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-02-21 | £305,227 |
| 16 Llys Cyncoed, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-12-17 | £362,238 |
| 18 Llys Cyncoed, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-12-16 | £346,932 |
| 33 Llys Cyncoed, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-10-31 | £361,314 |
| 23 Llys Cyncoed, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-10-01 | £321,611 |
NP12 0NQ 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 | 235 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
| Education | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 417 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 2,030 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 2,187 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 2,193 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 2,337 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 | 123 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd at Pot Noodle | Croespenmaen Industrial Estate | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Rugby Football Club | 12-13 Central Buildings | 341 yd | |
| Cross Oak Inn | Cross Oak Inn, Cross Oak Cottages | 682 yd | |
| The Rock | The Rock, Tredegar Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chinese Oakdale | 6 Central Buildings | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | Lon Maes Yr Haf | 1,072 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.