Commercial Street is in New Tredegar and in Caerphilly district. NP2 6AA is located in the New Tredegar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Street, New Tredegar, NP2 6AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP24 6EW, NP24 6EN, NP24 6HF, NP24 6AD, NP24 6HE, NP24 6AA, NP24 6DH, NP24 6AE, NP24 6HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP2 6AA is primarily male, with 55.1% of the population 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 | 50.5% | 44.9% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 55.1% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
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 | 38% | 39.3% | 1.3% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 41.3% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 13.1% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 4.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38% | 31.5% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 30.8% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 24.5% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 12.8% | 10.1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
In the area around NP2 6AA this area, 40.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 40.5% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 22.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.5% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17.9% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 11.9% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 12.3% | -2.9% | 33.8% | -21.5% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 94.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 96.6% | 98.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 98.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.5% | 37.2% | 24.3% |
| Christian | 32.9% | 46.2% | -13.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 146.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.9% higher than the Darran Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Commercial Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Darran Valley and the 110th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.0%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45A Commercial Street, New Tredegar, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1996-03-29 | £114,891 |
NP2 6AA 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillipstown Primary School Cefn Rhychdir Road , Phillipstown NP24 6XE | - not rated | 557 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whiterose Primary White Rose Way , NP24 6DF | - not rated | 727 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deri Primary School Glynmarch Street , Deri CF81 9HZ | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 3,483 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 3,592 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bap Cave Cafe & Takeaway | 10 James Street | 86 yd | |
| Village Cafe | Unit, 47 Commercial Street | 203 yd | |
| Winding House Coffee Shop | Winding House Museum, Cross Street | 718 yd | |
| Elliots Cafe | White Rose Info. & Res. Centre, Cross Street | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Tredegar RFC | bridgend house, James Street | 86 yd | |
| Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms, James Street | 143 yd | |
| The Ruperra Arms | Ruperra Street | 288 yd | |
| Dynevor Arms Hotel | The Square | 299 yd | |
| Phillipstown Social Club | Phillipstown Social Club, Derlwyn Street | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Thriving | 7 James Street | 86 yd | |
| Sunrise Kebabs & Pizza House | 8 James Street | 86 yd | |
| Tirphil Square Fish Bar | 5 The Square | 292 yd | |
| May House | 43 Duffryn Terrace | 320 yd | |
| Fry-day's | 8 Jones Street | 450 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.