Floral Avenue is in Fairview, Blackwood and in Islwyn district. NP12 3NU 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 Floral Avenue, Fairview, Blackwood, NP12 3NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 3NX, NP12 3QZ, NP12 3RB, NP12 3NY, NP12 3RD, NP12 3NZ, NP12 3NT, NP12 3RA, NP12 3PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP12 3NU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.3% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 3NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% 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 | 39.3% | 47.7% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.1% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (66.5%) 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 | 42.3% | 41.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 26% | 24.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -8.8% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 22.8% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 9% | 7.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 3NU this area, 31% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.5% | 31% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 9.6% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19.7% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 16.3% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.9% | 95.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 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 | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 30.1% | 46.2% | -16.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Floral Avenue was 72.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Cefn Fforest and Pengam average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Floral Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Cefn Fforest and Pengam and the 284th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Floral Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-08-09 | £174,441 |
| 12 Floral Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2011-08-26 | £158,977 |
| 1 Floral Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2010-09-10 | £164,866 |
| 13 Floral Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,450 | 2003-08-29 | £192,147 |
| 4 Floral Avenue, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2000-10-20 | £236,615 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 488 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengam Primary School Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 488 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Heol Gelli Haf , Fleur De Lys NP12 3JQ | - not rated | 659 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 727 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanynant Learning Centre (PRU) Hanbury Street , Glanynant NP12 3XP | - not rated | 764 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee @ Style | The Style Shop Hairdressers, 12 High Street | 379 yd | |
| Brunchies | Unit A5, Pinewood Court (Block A), St Davids Industrial Estate | 518 yd | |
| Just Perfect Catering Limited | Cefn Glas, Maes-Y-Coed | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Majors | 1 Fairview | 263 yd | |
| Fleur De Lis RFC | 27 High Street | 335 yd | |
| Valley Tavern Limited | 15 High Street | 335 yd | |
| Smiths Arms | Smiths Arms, Commercial Street | 587 yd | |
| Pengam Constitutional Club | 1-2 Hanbury Street | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City Chinese Takeaway | 1 High Street | 335 yd | |
| Stu’s Plaice Ltd | 6 High Street | 379 yd | |
| Wok this Way | 22 High Street | 379 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab House | 14 High Street | 379 yd | |
| Roadside Grill | 1a Woodfield Terrace | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 30A High Street | 388 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, New Road | 812 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit C, Highfields Way | 1,025 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 | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.