Coed Cae Ddu Road is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Islwyn district. NP12 2DA is located in the Pontllanfraith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coed Cae Ddu Road, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2PD, NP12 2BZ, NP12 2BY, NP12 2DB, NP12 2EH, NP12 2BR, NP12 2BP, NP12 2DE, NP12 2BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 2DA is primarily male, with 55.8% 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 | 49.8% | 44.2% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -6.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 55.8% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 6.8% |
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 | 35.2% | 36.9% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 41.8% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.5% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 56.4% | 46.8% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 35.8% | 7.4% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 12.9% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.6% | 18.5% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 10.7% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 14.4% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 19.3% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 30% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 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 | 96% | 97.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 97.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.8% | 37.2% | 27.6% |
| Christian | 29% | 46.2% | -17.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coed Cae Ddu Road was 172.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 135.5% higher than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coed Cae Ddu Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 80th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside Coed Cae Ddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2006-01-13 | £211,660 |
| The Brae Coed Cae Ddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2003-03-28 | £222,496 |
| Pendine Coed Cae Ddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £56,952 | 2001-05-25 | £224,182 |
| Burnside Coed Cae Ddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2001-01-15 | £123,647 |
| The Brae Coed Cae Ddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £56,995 | 1999-07-19 | £250,635 |
NP12 2DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 535 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 684 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 812 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Primary School Forest Hill, The Bryn , Pontllanfraith NP12 2PL | - not rated | 879 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 1,548 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penmaen Cafe | Unit 16, Block D - Small Business Centre, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 728 yd | |
| C & S Cafe and Catering Services | Unit 13-14, Block G, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 732 yd | |
| @A.M. | Unit 6, Block B, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 350 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Rugby Club | Pontllanfraith Rugby Club, Tram Road | 480 yd | |
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 502 yd | |
| Llanarth Club | Pontllanfraith Working Mens Club, Llanarth Road | 650 yd | |
| The Bumble Bee | Unit 8, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 252 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 350 yd | |
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 466 yd | |
| Pont Grill & Pizza | Shop Unit, Llanarth Corner, Llanarth Road | 755 yd | |
| Golden Sun | Shop Unit, 17a Newbridge Road | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 472 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 817 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.