Twyn Gardens is in Cefn Fforest, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 3LU is located in the Cefn Fforest and Pengam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Twyn Gardens, Cefn Fforest, Blackwood, NP12 3LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 3LZ, NP12 3NP, NP12 3LX, NP12 3NE, NP12 3PG, NP12 3PH, NP12 1WB, NP12 3NL, NP12 1WQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP12 3LU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50% | 50.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 29.6% | 36.4% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 32.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 19.9% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 (64.4%) 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 | 36.5% | 35.7% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 24% | 28.7% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 26.9% | 18.5% | -8.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 12.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 3LU this area, 33.5% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.1% | 33.5% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 17.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 14.2% | 9.3% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 14.6% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 6% | 3.9% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Twyn Gardens was 125.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% higher than the Cefn Fforest and Pengam average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Twyn Gardens has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Cefn Fforest and Pengam and the 145th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Twyn Gardens, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-10-25 | £173,282 |
| 23 Twyn Gardens, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-12-15 | £138,433 |
| 16 Twyn Gardens, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2021-03-18 | £167,463 |
| 16 Twyn Gardens, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2020-01-29 | £101,415 |
| 17 Twyn Gardens, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £104,500 | 2019-04-24 | £155,573 |
NP12 3LU 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.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Fforest Primary School Cefn Fforest Avenue , Cefn Fforest NP12 3JX | - not rated | 540 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 563 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 687 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Heol Gelli Haf , Fleur De Lys NP12 3JQ | - not rated | 925 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 994 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Perfect Catering Limited | Cefn Glas, Maes-Y-Coed | 255 yd | |
| Brunchies | Unit A5, Pinewood Court (Block A), St Davids Industrial Estate | 929 yd | |
| Amici | 1 Pentwyn Road | 982 yd | |
| Square Cafe | 84 High Street | 983 yd | |
| McDonalds | Crossways Retail Park | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dagger Reform Club | 3 Waun Borfa Road | 445 yd | |
| Majors | 1 Fairview | 561 yd | |
| Twynyffald Workmens Club | Twynyffald Social Club, 7-9 Twynyffald Road | 570 yd | |
| Central Club & Institute | 93-95 Cefn-Fforest Avenue | 688 yd | |
| Brewers Lodge | Brewers Lodge, Gordon Road | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chan’s Fish Bar | 31 Waun Borfa Road | 445 yd | |
| Red Hot Goodies | 28 Apollo Way | 465 yd | |
| Flames Kebab & Pizza Blackwood | Shop, 89 Cefn Fforest Avenue | 688 yd | |
| The Avenue Fish Bar | 77 Cefn Fforest Avenue | 688 yd | |
| Wing Wai | 91 Cefn-Fforest Avenue | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit C, Highfields Way | 722 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 1,004 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.