Heolddu Road is in Gelligroes, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2GZ 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 Heolddu Road, Gelligroes, Blackwood, NP12 2GZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2HT, NP12 2GP, NP12 2GY, NP12 2JD, NP12 2JP, NP12 2JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 2GZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 51.3% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52.6% | 48.7% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.9% | 34% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 49% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 12.4% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 59.5% | 59.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 24.3% | 24.2% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -9.4% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.3% | 17.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.7% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 17.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 34% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.7% | 100% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
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 | 98.5% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 98.5% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.7% | 37.2% | 22.5% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heolddu Road was 40.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% lower than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heolddu Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 141st lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Heolddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2024-06-14 | £283,252 |
| Wood Cottage, 4A Heolddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-02-07 | £491,453 |
| 9 Heolddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-04-08 | £261,298 |
| 9 Heolddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-25 | £212,449 |
| 14 Heolddu Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2015-11-20 | £100,507 |
NP12 2GZ 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 student residents living in NP12 2GZ 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Primary School Forest Hill, The Bryn , Pontllanfraith NP12 2PL | - not rated | 859 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesycwmmer Primary School Tabor Road , Maesycwmmer CF82 7PU | - not rated | 2,112 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre | Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre, Gelli Lane | 306 yd | |
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 639 yd | |
| Islwyn Inn | Islwyn Inn, Glanhowy Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 856 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 993 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 863 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 5.6% |
| Median download speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.