Gordon Road is in Blackwood and in Caerphilly district. NP2 1DU 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 Gordon Road, Blackwood, NP2 1DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP12 1FD, NP12 1FE, NP12 1SN, NP12 1EP, NP12 1FP, NP12 1WX, NP12 1DU, NP12 1FS, NP12 1SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP2 1DU has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52% | 50% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48% | 50% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 34.6% | 38.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 48.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 5.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 54.4% | 50.5% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.9% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 13.1% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 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 | 15.6% | 16% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.7% | 12.7% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.4% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 19.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 27.9% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.7% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 98.4% | 94.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 37.3% | 46.2% | -8.9% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gordon Road was 79.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% lower than the Blackwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gordon Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blackwood and the 263rd highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plas Inn Gordon Road, Blackwood, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2017-06-08 | £124,577 |
NP2 1DU 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.
The percentage of student residents living in NP2 1DU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Primary School Apollo Way , NP12 1WA | - not rated | 660 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penllwyn Primary School Fleur-De-Lys Avenue , Pontllanfraith NP12 2NT | - not rated | 754 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Libanus Primary School Libanus Rd , Blackwood NP12 1EH | - not rated | 799 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Heol Gelli Haf , Fleur De Lys NP12 3JQ | - not rated | 903 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blackwood Comprehensive School Ty Isha Terrace , Cen Fforest NP12 1ER | - not rated | 1,181 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 | 594 yd | |
| Woodies | Gravel Lane | 776 yd | |
| Sun Valley | 150 High Street | 784 yd | |
| The Plaza Cafe Ltd | Plaza Cafe Bar, Blackwood Bus Station | 808 yd | |
| Nicks | Unit 20, The Market Place | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers Lodge | Brewers Lodge, Gordon Road | 78 yd | |
| Blackwood Town Cricket Club | Blackwood Cricket Club, Gordon Road | 282 yd | |
| Blackwood Stars RFC | Former St John's Ambulance Hall, Gordon Road | 736 yd | |
| Maxime Cinema | Maxime Cinema, High Street | 784 yd | |
| Moggridge Arms | 142 High Street | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hot Goodies | 28 Apollo Way | 708 yd | |
| New Yummies | 134 High Street | 784 yd | |
| Linda's House | 166 High Street | 784 yd | |
| Royal Kebabs | 174 High Street | 784 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit B, 201 High Street | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit C, Highfields Way | 281 yd | |
| Iceland | 12 The Market Place | 808 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Blackwood Gate Retail Park | 886 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.