Lon Rhymni is in Gellihaf, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 2QZ is located in the Maesycwmmer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2018-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lon Rhymni, Gellihaf, Blackwood, NP12 2QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 2QZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.5% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP12 2QZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.4% | 48.5% | 31.1% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 38.9% | -30.3% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 8.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 1.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.2% | 68% | 14.8% | 48.4% | 19.6% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 22.8% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -10.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 6.2% | -6.5% | 12.7% | -6.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around NP12 2QZ this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 6.9% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 12.2% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 1.9% | -3.4% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 22.1% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 48.5% | 15.8% | 33.8% | 14.7% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 97.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.5% | 37.2% | 26.3% |
| Christian | 31.9% | 46.2% | -14.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Rhymni was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% lower than the Hengoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lon Rhymni has the 12th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hengoed and the 231st lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 180.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Lon Rhymni, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2024-11-25 | £293,136 |
| 29 Lon Rhymni, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,500 | 2024-10-25 | £199,012 |
| 33 Lon Rhymni, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-06-25 | £270,812 |
| 24 Lon Rhymni, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-05-17 | £294,062 |
| 2 Lon Rhymni, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-08-11 | £228,643 |
NP12 2QZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 169 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesycwmmer Primary School Tabor Road , Maesycwmmer CF82 7PU | - not rated | 955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fleur-De-Lys Primary School School Street , Fleur-De-Lys NP12 3UX | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Heol Gelli Haf , Fleur De Lys NP12 3JQ | - not rated | 1,383 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midshire Catering Services at Nordam | 3 Hawtin Park | 718 yd | |
| The Spice Tree | The Spice Tree, Thomas Street | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maesycwmmer Inn | Main Road | 854 yd | |
| The Angel Inn | The Angel Inn, Thomas Street | 866 yd | |
| The Junction Inn | Junction Inn, 9 King's Hill | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Kitchen 1854 | 58 Main Road | 930 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.