Rose Cottages is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2LL 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 Rose Cottages, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2LJ, NP12 2LR, NP12 2LH, NP12 2LQ, NP12 2LP, NP12 2LS, NP12 2GE, NP12 2GF, NP12 2NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 2LL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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% | 48.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49% | 51.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 29.9% | 34.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 40.9% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 10% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.6% | 34.4% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 26.1% | 28.2% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 30% | 21.6% | -8.4% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 8.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 2LL this area, 34.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.5% | 34.2% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 16.7% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 16.2% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 100% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 99.2% | 98.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 98.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 34.4% | 46.2% | -11.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rose Cottages was 166.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 126.9% higher than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rose Cottages has the 4th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 85th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rose Cottages, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £37,500 | 2001-11-02 | £156,299 |
| 2 Rose Cottages, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2000-12-15 | £351,276 |
NP12 2LL 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.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 460 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Primary School Forest Hill, The Bryn , Pontllanfraith NP12 2PL | - not rated | 1,381 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 2,103 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 | 707 yd | |
| @A.M. | Unit 6, Block B, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 745 yd | |
| Jelly Totz Playcentre | Unit 15-19, Block C, Newbridge Road Industrial Estate | 881 yd | |
| C & S Cafe and Catering Services | Unit 13-14, Block G, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanarth Club | Pontllanfraith Working Mens Club, Llanarth Road | 315 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 383 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Rugby Club | Pontllanfraith Rugby Club, Tram Road | 389 yd | |
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 699 yd | |
| Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre | Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre, Gelli Lane | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pont Grill & Pizza | Shop Unit, Llanarth Corner, Llanarth Road | 184 yd | |
| Golden Sun | Shop Unit, 17a Newbridge Road | 390 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 397 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 497 yd | |
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Newbridge Road | 912 yd | |
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 1,015 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.