The Circle is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2NP 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 The Circle, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2ED, NP12 2EG, NP12 2EB, NP12 2NR, NP12 2EF, NP12 2NW, NP12 2EQ, NP12 2DF, NP12 2EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 2NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 47.9% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.4% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 45.8% | 46.8% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 31.5% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.5% | 21.1% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.5% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 18.3% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 29.6% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 98% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
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 | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| 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% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Circle was 25.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.7% lower than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Circle has the 5th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6A The Circle, Blackwood, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2020-08-28 | £155,385 |
| 6 The Circle, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £44,000 | 1999-06-25 | £191,884 |
NP12 2NP 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 452 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Heol Gelli Haf , Fleur De Lys NP12 3JQ | - not rated | 1,661 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bird in Hand | Bryn Road | 391 yd | |
| Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre | Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre, Gelli Lane | 597 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 706 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Rugby Club | Pontllanfraith Rugby Club, Tram Road | 901 yd | |
| Llanarth Club | Pontllanfraith Working Mens Club, Llanarth Road | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 11 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 556 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 1 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.