Scwrfa Road is in Scwrfa, Tredegar and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP22 4AY is located in the Sirhowy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Scwrfa Road, Scwrfa, Tredegar, NP22 4AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 4DT, NP22 4RP, NP22 4AT, NP22 4AU, NP22 4AZ, NP22 4AW, NP22 4RW, NP22 4ED, NP22 4RQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP22 4AY is primarily male, with 55.6% 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 | 47% | 44.4% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 53% | 55.6% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 | 37.5% | 38.3% | 0.8% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 43.1% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 11.5% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 8% | 4.8% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 43.3% | 43.5% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30.6% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 16% | 16.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 7.3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 33.5% | 25.8% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 11% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 11% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 24.4% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.4% | 94.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 35.2% | 46.2% | -11.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scwrfa Road was 59.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.7% lower than the Sirhowy average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Scwrfa Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Sirhowy and the 68th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 91.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Careg-Felin Scwrfa Road, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-02-14 | £179,818 |
| 74 Scwrfa Road, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-12-04 | £147,487 |
| 58 Scwrfa Road, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-07-05 | £226,722 |
| 68 Scwrfa Road, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-03-22 | £82,595 |
| 27 Scwrfa Road, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-08-04 | £201,631 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glanhowy Primary School Coach Bach , Tredegar NP22 4RW | - not rated | 385 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Ashvale , NP22 4AQ | - not rated | 521 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deighton Primary School Stockton Way , Tredegar NP22 3ES | - not rated | 620 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Bach County Primary School Merthyr Road , Tredegar NP22 3RX | - not rated | 1,403 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 | 2,336 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Belle Vue | Belle View Inn, 10 Scwrfa Road | 152 yd | |
| The Railway Tavern | Railway Hotel, Dukestown Road | 616 yd | |
| Dizzy Kidz Play Centre Tredegar LTD | Unit 1-3 Ashvale Industrial Estate, Fair View | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach & Horses | Coach And Horses, Charles Street | 284 yd | |
| Dukestown Workingmens Club | Dukestown Workmens Club, Evans Terrace, St Lukes Road | 289 yd | |
| The Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Dukestown Road | 396 yd | |
| Willows Club | Willows Social Club, Church Street | 732 yd | |
| Ashvale Club | The Woodlands Club, Griffiths Gardens | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Palace | Avalon House, Dukestown Road | 391 yd | |
| Ashvale Supper Bar | 47 Ashvale | 502 yd | |
| Sirhowy Chippy | Ysguborwen | 782 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.