Middle Row is in Rhymney, Tredegar and in Caerphilly district. NP22 5QJ is located in the Twyn Carno 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 Middle Row, Rhymney, Tredegar, NP22 5QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 5QH, NP22 5QL, NP22 5QT, NP22 5QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP22 5QJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.6% | 49.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 50.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 20.8% | 28.8% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 50.8% | -12.0% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 11.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 49% | 48.3% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 23.7% | 27.7% | 4.0% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 15.5% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 32% | 19% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.1% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.2% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 30.8% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 96.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.4% | 97.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middle Row was 152.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% higher than the Moriah and Pontlottyn average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Middle Row has the 13th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Moriah and Pontlottyn and the 98th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Arms Middle Row, Tredegar, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-03-03 | £130,261 |
| 3 Middle Row, Tredegar, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-08-27 | £130,429 |
| 9 Middle Row, Tredegar, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-08-23 | £182,601 |
| 3 Middle Row, Tredegar, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2021-08-10 | £136,387 |
| 13 Middle Row, Tredegar, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2020-12-21 | £106,903 |
NP22 5QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Rhymney Primary School Oakland Terrace , NP22 5EP | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Lawnt Surgery Hill , NP22 5LS | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Bach County Primary School Merthyr Road , Tredegar NP22 3RX | - not rated | 2,726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Awel Primary School Eglwys Fan , NP22 5JJ | - not rated | 2,909 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Ashvale , NP22 4AQ | - not rated | 3,511 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 Village Chippy | 1a Ty Coch | 937 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 6.7% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.