Mill Road is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2LU 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 Mill Road, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2GG, NP12 2GF, NP12 2LW, NP12 2LX, NP12 2GL, NP12 2GJ, NP12 2GE, NP12 2LP, NP12 2LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 2LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 53.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 45.7% | 46.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 38.1% | 37.1% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 46.6% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 42.4% | 40.8% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 18.4% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 2LU this area, 32.5% 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 14.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 32.5% | 3.0% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 9.5% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 23.8% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 10.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 11.3% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 14.3% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -19.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.8% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 33.5% | 13.5% | 20.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 68.2% | 37.2% | 31.0% |
| Christian | 25% | 46.2% | -21.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Road was 24.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 66th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Mill Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-01-12 | £157,712 |
| 59 Mill Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-08-29 | £181,385 |
| 61 Mill Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-03-31 | £159,818 |
| 41 Mill Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-09-16 | £175,123 |
| 39 Mill Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2020-09-28 | £259,109 |
NP12 2LU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP12 2LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| 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 | 695 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,338 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Primary School Forest Hill, The Bryn , Pontllanfraith NP12 2PL | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 2,302 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 | 945 yd | |
| @A.M. | Unit 6, Block B, Penmaen Industrial Estate | 984 yd | |
| Jelly Totz Playcentre | Unit 15-19, Block C, Newbridge Road Industrial Estate | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 530 yd | |
| Llanarth Club | Pontllanfraith Working Mens Club, Llanarth Road | 553 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Rugby Club | Pontllanfraith Rugby Club, Tram Road | 605 yd | |
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 655 yd | |
| Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre | Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre, Gelli Lane | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pont Grill & Pizza | Shop Unit, Llanarth Corner, Llanarth Road | 416 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 497 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 594 yd | |
| Golden Sun | Shop Unit, 17a Newbridge Road | 620 yd | |
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 1,024 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Newbridge Road | 1,062 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 | 48.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.