Pengam Street is in Glan Y Nant, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP12 3XH is located in the St Cattwg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pengam Street, Glan Y Nant, Blackwood, NP12 3XH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 3XL, NP12 3XW, NP12 3XE, NP12 3XF, NP12 3XJ, NP12 3XN, NP12 3XP, NP12 3XD, NP12 3XA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP12 3XH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 53.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 48% | 46.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 | 36.1% | 36.6% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 41.5% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 12.3% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 45.3% | 47% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 34.6% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 12.1% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.3% | 18.6% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.2% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 18% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 16.4% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 30.3% | 12.7% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pengam Street was 181.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 179.4% higher than the St Cattwg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pengam Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Cattwg and the 74th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Pengam Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-07-14 | £125,573 |
| 14 Pengam Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-11-13 | £176,847 |
| The Coach House Pengam Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £125,300 | 2020-05-22 | £177,960 |
| 10 Pengam Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2019-02-14 | £189,718 |
| 16 Pengam Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-02-01 | £120,456 |
NP12 3XH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 150 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glanynant Learning Centre (PRU) Hanbury Street , Glanynant NP12 3XP | - not rated | 254 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lewis School Pengam Gilfach , CF81 8LJ | - not rated | 507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengam Primary School Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 813 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunchies | Unit A5, Pinewood Court (Block A), St Davids Industrial Estate | 607 yd | |
| Coffee @ Style | The Style Shop Hairdressers, 12 High Street | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pengam Constitutional Club | 1-2 Hanbury Street | 71 yd | |
| Smiths Arms | Smiths Arms, Commercial Street | 438 yd | |
| Valley Tavern Limited | 15 High Street | 871 yd | |
| Fleur De Lis RFC | 27 High Street | 871 yd | |
| Plough and Harrow | Plough And Harrow, 2 Hengoed Road | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pengam Tuck Shop 2 | 1a Pengam Street | 71 yd | |
| Stu’s Plaice Ltd | 6 High Street | 828 yd | |
| Wok this Way | 22 High Street | 828 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab House | 14 High Street | 828 yd | |
| New City Chinese Takeaway | 1 High Street | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, New Road | 820 yd | |
| One Stop | 30A High Street | 1,032 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 | 56 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.