High Street is in Blackwood and in Islwyn district. NP2 1BA is located in the Blackwood 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, Blackwood, NP2 1BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 1FW, NP12 1AY, NP12 1BB, NP12 1HN, NP12 1QA, NP12 1HL, NP12 1BA, NP12 0NT, NP12 1HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP2 1BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 30.8% | 38.5% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 39.2% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 10% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 44.9% | 35.4% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 37% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 17.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 5.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 | 25.3% | 22.7% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 16.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 13.9% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 28.5% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 97.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 98% | 97.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 126.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% higher than the Argoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Argoed and the 144th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yatala House, 35 High Street, Blackwood, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1998-04-28 | £639,217 |
| Rock House, 37 High Street, Blackwood, Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 1995-03-01 | £453,017 |
NP2 1BA 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 504 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 623 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Fforest Primary School Cefn Fforest Avenue , Cefn Fforest NP12 3JX | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 1,857 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amici | 1 Pentwyn Road | 89 yd | |
| Blackwood Miners Institute | Blackwood Miners Institute, High Street | 93 yd | |
| KFC | 1 North Court, High Street | 120 yd | |
| Subway | 65 High Street | 130 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Cliff Road | 135 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose International | Moose Hall, Pentwyn Road | 89 yd | |
| The Sirhowy | 61-63 High Street | 130 yd | |
| Studio 54 | 54 High Street | 134 yd | |
| Islwyn Masonic Hall | Masonic Lodge, Cliff Road | 135 yd | |
| Bijou Blackwood | 2-3 The Pier, Hall Street | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meows | 2 Pentwyn Road | 89 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's Pizza, Unit 3 North Court | 120 yd | |
| New Red Chilli | 67, 65-73 High Street | 130 yd | |
| Delicious Pizza & Kebab | 5a, 5 Pentwyn Road | 147 yd | |
| Blackwood Kebab Ltd | Unit, 5a Pentwyn Road | 147 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda, Cliff Road | 135 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 2a, Cliff Road | 135 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 492 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.