Heol Y Bedw Hirion is in Markham, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 0SU is located in the Argoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2018-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Y Bedw Hirion, Markham, Blackwood, NP12 0SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 0SU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 49.1% | 52.3% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 47.7% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 0SU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% 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 | 32.8% | 44.5% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 36.8% | -16.0% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.5% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 43.4% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 33.3% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 26.9% | 24.4% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 14.2% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 14.6% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.7% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 24% | -3.2% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.1% | 98.5% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 98.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.3% | 13.5% | 15.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.3% | 37.2% | 24.1% |
| Christian | 32.3% | 46.2% | -13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Y Bedw Hirion was 90.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.6% higher than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Y Bedw Hirion has the 7th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 228th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skrinkle House Heol Y Bedw Hirion, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-04-28 | £328,438 |
| Skrinkle House Heol Y Bedw Hirion, Blackwood, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-04-25 | £129,522 |
The percentage of student residents living in NP12 0SU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whiterose Primary White Rose Way , NP24 6DF | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Phillipstown Primary School Cefn Rhychdir Road , Phillipstown NP24 6XE | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 3,456 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 3,759 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybush R F C | Hollybush Rugby Club, Banalog Terrace | 549 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.