Lilian Road is in Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 1DN 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 Lilian Road, Blackwood, NP12 1DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 1EJ, NP12 1ED, NP12 1DG, NP2 1AA, NP12 1DW, NP12 1AZ, NP12 1EB, NP12 1DX, NP12 1EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 1DN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.7% | 48.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 28.9% | 36.9% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 45.3% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 42.5% | 46.2% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 29.8% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 18% | 17.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 4% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 23.4% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 21.3% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 26.8% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 96.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.9% | 37.2% | 21.7% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lilian Road was 123.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% lower than the Blackwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lilian Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blackwood and the 149th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Lilian Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-03-07 | £294,666 |
| 1 Lilian Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-03-28 | £256,385 |
| 19 Lilian Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2022-09-09 | £241,909 |
| 26 Lilian Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2022-02-18 | £189,081 |
| 41 Lilian Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2020-08-21 | £258,709 |
NP12 1DN 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 414 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 617 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 856 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Fforest Primary School Cefn Fforest Avenue , Cefn Fforest NP12 3JX | - not rated | 1,293 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodies | Gravel Lane | 161 yd | |
| Big Dog Coffee Co | Shop Unit, 138-140 High Street | 190 yd | |
| The Plaza Cafe Ltd | Plaza Cafe Bar, Blackwood Bus Station | 198 yd | |
| Nicks | Unit 20, The Market Place | 198 yd | |
| Sun Valley | 150 High Street | 204 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Stars RFC | Former St John's Ambulance Hall, Gordon Road | 190 yd | |
| Maxime Cinema | Maxime Cinema, High Street | 204 yd | |
| Moggridge Arms | 142 High Street | 204 yd | |
| The New Foresters | New Foresters Arms, 110 High Street | 242 yd | |
| Blackwood Workmens Club | Blackwood Working Mens Club, Woodbine Road | 267 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Yummies | 134 High Street | 204 yd | |
| Linda's House | 166 High Street | 204 yd | |
| Royal Kebabs | 174 High Street | 204 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit B, 201 High Street | 221 yd | |
| Codfather & The Pearl Restaurant | 100 High Street | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 198 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 586 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Cliff Road | 594 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2a, Cliff Road | 594 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit C, Highfields Way | 838 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 | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.