Monmouth Walk is in Markham, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0QR 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 Monmouth Walk, Markham, Blackwood, NP12 0QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0QS, NP12 0QF, NP12 0QP, NP12 0QG, NP12 0QQ, NP12 0QE, NP12 0QH, NP12 0PW, NP12 0QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 0QR has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 51.8% | 50% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 28% | 36.6% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 39.9% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 12% | 10.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (59.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 33% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 23.9% | 26.9% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 23.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 17% | 9.8% | -7.2% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 5.8% | 7.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 6.0% |
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 0QR this area, 36.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.3% | 36.8% | -16.5% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 18.4% | 5.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.2% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.2% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.2% | 13.2% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -20.6% |
| Other | 4% | 3.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.7% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 100% | 95.1% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 95.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monmouth Walk was 138.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.1% higher than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monmouth Walk has the 2nd highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 121st highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Monmouth Walk, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2015-09-09 | £67,865 |
| 16 Monmouth Walk, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2010-10-28 | £109,913 |
| 12 Monmouth Walk, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2007-10-26 | £125,235 |
| 12 Monmouth Walk, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £31,000 | 2002-10-11 | £113,277 |
| 36 Monmouth Walk, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £29,000 | 1999-08-13 | £139,968 |
NP12 0QR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP12 0QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 260 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 2,502 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiterose Primary White Rose Way , NP24 6DF | - not rated | 3,001 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 | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markham & District Welfare Society | Bryn Road | 185 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chippy | 57 Abernant Road | 385 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 55 Abernant Road | 385 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 58 Abernant Road | 385 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 | 47.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.