High Street is in Argoed, Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP2 0HQ is located in the Argoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Argoed, Blackwood, NP2 0HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 0AL, NP12 0HS, NP12 0AN, NP12 0HW, NP12 0HG, NP12 0HF, NP12 0HP, NP12 0AW, NP12 0HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP2 0HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.3% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.7% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 36% | 35.3% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 46.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 49.5% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 30.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 28.2% | 25.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 14.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.7% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 25.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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% | 98.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 49.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.5% lower than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 186th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 High Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2004-05-11 | £172,288 |
| 19 High Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £18,500 | 2002-10-03 | £67,601 |
NP2 0HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 145 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 1,821 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 2,430 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 2,559 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argoed Baptist Chapel | High Street | 201 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd | Argoed Reform Club, High Street | 287 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.