Foundry Hill is in Cwmgelli, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 1BL is located in the Blackwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foundry Hill, Cwmgelli, Blackwood, NP12 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 1BN, NP12 1BW, NP12 1HF, NP12 1BQ, NP12 1BH, NP12 1BG, NP12 1HU, NP12 1BR, NP12 1HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 1BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 1BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 22% | 26.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 58.6% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 48.1% | 52% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 31% | 30.7% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 12.7% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 8.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 14.2% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 43.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 9.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.9% | 97% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foundry Hill was 303.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 277.7% higher than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Foundry Hill has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 15th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 132.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Tree Foundry Hill, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-12-01 | £342,041 |
| Foundry House Foundry Hill, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2017-07-28 | £451,107 |
| Foundry House Foundry Hill, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2007-07-25 | £449,218 |
| Foundry House Foundry Hill, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 1999-05-28 | £174,440 |
NP12 1BL 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 1BL 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 | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 704 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Fforest Primary School Cefn Fforest Avenue , Cefn Fforest NP12 3JX | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Crossways Retail Park | 411 yd | |
| KFC | 1 North Court, High Street | 415 yd | |
| Amici | 1 Pentwyn Road | 568 yd | |
| Blackwood Miners Institute | Blackwood Miners Institute, High Street | 603 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Cliff Road | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Golf Club | Blackwood Golf Club,, Lon Pennant | 334 yd | |
| Moose International | Moose Hall, Pentwyn Road | 568 yd | |
| Islwyn Masonic Hall | Masonic Lodge, Cliff Road | 609 yd | |
| The Sirhowy | 61-63 High Street | 632 yd | |
| Studio 54 | 54 High Street | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's Pizza, Unit 3 North Court | 415 yd | |
| Meows | 2 Pentwyn Road | 568 yd | |
| New Red Chilli | 67, 65-73 High Street | 632 yd | |
| Delicious Pizza & Kebab | 5a, 5 Pentwyn Road | 658 yd | |
| Blackwood Kebab Ltd | Unit, 5a Pentwyn Road | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Cliff Road | 610 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2a, Cliff Road | 610 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 1,002 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.