Pochin Crescent is in Tredegar and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP2 4JS is located in the Georgetown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pochin Crescent, Tredegar, NP2 4JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 4HZ, NP22 4JR, NP22 4JS, NP22 4JP, NP22 4JB, NP22 4NE, NP22 4JN, NP22 4JW, NP22 4ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP2 4JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49.5% | 49.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 31.9% | 30.9% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 48.8% | 47.6% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 30.6% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 16.1% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.5% | 21.6% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 11.9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 17.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 9.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 22% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 97.2% | 95.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pochin Crescent was 8.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.4% lower than the Georgetown average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Pochin Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Georgetown and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
NP2 4JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown C.P. School Oakfield Road , Tredegar NP22 4LJ | - not rated | 800 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tredegar Comprehensive School Stable Lane , Tredegar NP22 4BH | - not rated | 824 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| All Saints R.C. Primary School Heol Yr Ysgol , Ebbw Vale NP23 6QP | - not rated | 2,351 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deighton Primary School Stockton Way , Tredegar NP22 3ES | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 2,864 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tredegar Sports Centre | Tredegar Leisure Centre, Stable Lane | 941 yd | |
| Kidz R Us | Kids-R-Us, Park Place | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tredegar Orpheus Music Centre | Orpheus Music Centre, Rawlinson Terrace | 742 yd | |
| Fir Tree | The Fir Tree Inn, Poplar Road | 754 yd | |
| Mark Williams Snooker Club | Mark Williams Snooker Club, Park Place | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Gathering | 60 Vale Terrace | 596 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.