The Villas is in Markham, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0PU is located in the Argoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Villas, Markham, Blackwood, NP12 0PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0PR, NP12 0PZ, NP12 0QB, NP12 0RA, NP12 0PT, NP12 0PS, NP12 0QU, NP12 0PX, NP12 0PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0PU is primarily male, with 54.8% 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 | 51% | 45.2% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 49% | 54.8% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP12 0PU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43% | 47.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 37.7% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 42% | 42.1% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 36.2% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 6.3% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 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 | 36.9% | 23.9% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 8.7% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 19.6% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 23.5% | 14.7% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.4% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67% | 37.2% | 29.8% |
| Christian | 25.8% | 46.2% | -20.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Villas was 118.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.1% higher than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Villas has the 5th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 159th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Villas, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2024-05-08 | £91,018 |
| 8 The Villas, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2023-11-30 | £108,683 |
| 1 The Villas, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,500 | 2023-09-15 | £114,399 |
| 11 The Villas, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2020-11-12 | £104,231 |
| 17 The Villas, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2020-03-27 | £120,515 |
NP12 0PU 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 324 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 2,174 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 2,540 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiterose Primary White Rose Way , NP24 6DF | - not rated | 2,580 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 501 | 56 Abernant Road | 135 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markham & District Welfare Society | Bryn Road | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chippy | 57 Abernant Road | 87 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 55 Abernant Road | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 58 Abernant Road | 87 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 | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 44.4% |
| 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.