Laburnum Grove is in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood and in Islwyn district. NP12 2PT 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 Laburnum Grove, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, NP12 2PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 2PW, NP12 2PY, NP12 2PU, NP12 2PN, NP12 2EE, NP12 2PH, NP12 2PX, NP12 2EB, NP12 2PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 2PT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 48% | 48.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 52% | 51.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP12 2PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.1% | 20.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 57.5% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 13.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 6.8% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 12.5% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 46.4% | 42.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 35.8% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.9% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 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 | 18.9% | 19.4% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 16.2% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.9% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 29.1% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laburnum Grove was 35.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.4% lower than the Pontllanfraith average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Laburnum Grove has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pontllanfraith and the 122nd lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Laburnum Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-03-28 | £170,596 |
| 9 Laburnum Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-04-23 | £236,013 |
| 9 Laburnum Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-11-30 | £236,157 |
| 5 Laburnum Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,750 | 2023-06-16 | £71,301 |
| 1 Laburnum Grove, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2022-07-15 | £236,987 |
NP12 2PT 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 2PT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 140 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 574 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,350 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontllanfraith Primary School Penmaen Road , Pontllanfraith NP12 2DN | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fleur-De-Lys Primary School School Street , Fleur-De-Lys NP12 3UX | - not rated | 1,608 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 | 568 yd | |
| Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre | Islwyn Indoor Bowls Centre, Gelli Lane | 635 yd | |
| Pontllanfraith Ex Servicemans Club and Institute | Ex Servicemens Club, Commercial Street | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Ltd | Shop 1, 5 The Circle, Manor Road | 279 yd | |
| Wong's Takeaway | 4 Station Buildings | 817 yd | |
| Colin's Fish Bar | Colin's Fish Bar, Commercial Street | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Shop Unit, 3-4 The Circle, Manor Road | 271 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 | 33.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.