Sycamore Houses is in Woodfieldside, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0PH 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 Sycamore Houses, Woodfieldside, Blackwood, NP12 0PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0PQ, NP12 0PJ, NP12 0PF, NP12 0PB, NP12 1NY, NP12 1NZ, NP12 0PD, NP12 1PA, NP12 1NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0PH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 54.2% | 55.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 45.8% | 44.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 0PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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% | 27% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 53.6% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 40.8% | 41.4% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 33.8% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 18% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 27% | 25.3% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 13.8% | -7.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 17% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 26.1% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Houses was 72.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% lower than the Blackwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Houses has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blackwood and the 282nd lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Sycamore Houses, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2000-09-01 | £163,813 |
NP12 0PH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP12 0PH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 817 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 853 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 964 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,421 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Fforest Primary School Cefn Fforest Avenue , Cefn Fforest NP12 3JX | - not rated | 1,542 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro 8 | Park Terrace | 264 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 151 High Street | 335 yd | |
| Le Cafe | 103 High Street | 356 yd | |
| Caesars | 171 High Street | 362 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Cliff Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood RFC | Blackwood Rugby Club, Hall Street | 194 yd | |
| Bijou Blackwood | 2-3 The Pier, Hall Street | 339 yd | |
| Islwyn Masonic Hall | Masonic Lodge, Cliff Road | 365 yd | |
| The New Foresters | New Foresters Arms, 110 High Street | 374 yd | |
| The Sirhowy | 61-63 High Street | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Palace | 27 Bridge Street | 333 yd | |
| Codfather & The Pearl Restaurant | 100 High Street | 373 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit B, 201 High Street | 387 yd | |
| New Red Chilli | 67, 65-73 High Street | 393 yd | |
| Square Pizza | Unit, 71 High Street | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Cliff Road | 365 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2a, Cliff Road | 365 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 404 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 725 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.