Hill View is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2EL 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 Hill View, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2EW, NP12 2FH, NP12 2EJ, NP12 2EH, NP12 2EN, NP12 2NS, NP12 2FF, NP12 2EP, NP12 2ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 2EL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 51.1% | 49.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 25.6% | 35.6% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 47% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 9.8% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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% | 44.1% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 32.7% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 6.6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 2EL this area, 29.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 29.3% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 9.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 24.4% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.6% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.3% | 97.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill View was 101.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% higher than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill View has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 197th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Hill View, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-06-13 | £190,352 |
| 23 Hill View, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2022-06-14 | £111,560 |
| 31 Hill View, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-06-07 | £154,389 |
| 53 Hill View, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-05-06 | £181,343 |
| 48 Hill View, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2021-12-09 | £140,269 |
NP12 2EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 171 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Primary School Forest Hill, The Bryn , Pontllanfraith NP12 2PL | - not rated | 707 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 775 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 1,403 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C & S Cafe and Catering Services | Unit 13-14, Block G, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 950 yd | |
| Penmaen Cafe | Unit 16, Block D - Small Business Centre, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 1,014 yd | |
| @A.M. | Unit 6, Block B, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 681 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 713 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Rugby Club | Pontllanfraith Rugby Club, Tram Road | 835 yd | |
| Brewers Lodge | Brewers Lodge, Gordon Road | 880 yd | |
| Blackwood Town Cricket Club | Blackwood Cricket Club, Gordon Road | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 403 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 597 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 399 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 925 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit C, Highfields Way | 979 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 | 71.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.