Hafod Y Mynydd is in Rhymney, Tredegar and in Caerphilly district. NP22 5JQ is located in the Moriah and Pontlottyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hafod Y Mynydd, Rhymney, Tredegar, NP22 5JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 5JG, NP22 5JL, NP22 5JF, NP22 5JW, NP22 5JH, NP22 5JY, NP22 5JE, NP22 5JR, NP22 5JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP22 5JQ 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 | 50.7% | 50.8% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.2% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around NP22 5JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40% | 44.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.6% | 25.8% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 11.5% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 (58.2%) 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 | 34.8% | 31.4% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -17.0% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 26.8% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 26.4% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 13.7% |
| Bad health | 11.1% | 12.3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 8.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 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 NP22 5JQ this area, 39.3% 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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 39.3% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 21.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 14.2% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 10% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 15.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 98.8% 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% | 98.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.8% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.2% | 76.7% | -17.5% |
| No passport held | 40.8% | 13.5% | 27.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.8% | 37.2% | 18.6% |
| Christian | 25.8% | 46.2% | -20.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 16.9% | 6.0% | 10.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hafod Y Mynydd was 169.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% higher than the Moriah and Pontlottyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hafod Y Mynydd has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Moriah and Pontlottyn and the 84th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hafod Y Mynydd, Tredegar, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2023-11-06 | £63,325 |
| 2 Hafod Y Mynydd, Tredegar, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2019-10-04 | £56,955 |
| 5 Hafod Y Mynydd, Tredegar, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2017-05-05 | £41,411 |
| 6 Hafod Y Mynydd, Tredegar, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £32,950 | 2016-06-30 | £47,727 |
| 6 Hafod Y Mynydd, Tredegar, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £14,000 | 2001-07-27 | £44,497 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 46 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Other | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Awel Primary School Eglwys Fan , NP22 5JJ | - not rated | 58 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Lawnt Surgery Hill , NP22 5LS | - not rated | 780 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Idris Davies School 3 to 18 Mill Field , NP22 5XF | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Upper Rhymney Primary School Oakland Terrace , NP22 5EP | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fochriw Primary School Pontlottyn Road , Fochriw CF81 9LL | - not rated | 2,128 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan of Wales | Puddlers Arms, Plantation Terrace | 392 yd | |
| Marley’s Munchies | Unit, 36 Merchant Street | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Puddlers Arms - Wet Sales | Puddlers Arms, Plantation Terrace | 392 yd | |
| Blast Furnace Inn | Blast Furnace Inn, Board Street | 858 yd | |
| Rhymney Rugby Club | High Street | 875 yd | |
| Rhymney Bowling Association | c/o Mr A N Tippett, High Street East Ul | 882 yd | |
| Rhymney Social Club | 39 High Street | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertie's Plaice | 6 Jerusalem Street | 337 yd | |
| Indian Curry | Shop Unit, 38 High Street | 948 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 49 High Street | 948 yd | |
| Sandwich Bar | 1 King Street | 991 yd | |
| Jas Tandoori | 6 Merchant Street | 999 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.