Blodwen Road is in New Inn, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 0QP is located in the New Inn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blodwen Road, New Inn, Pontypool, NP4 0QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 0QG, NP4 0QT, NP4 0RN, NP4 0QN, NP4 0RW, NP4 0QR, NP4 0QL, NP4 0RP, NP4 0PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 0QP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.6% | 56.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 43.4% | 43.8% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 | 26.1% | 32.3% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 37.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.6%) 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 | 21.4% | 36.9% | 15.5% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 29.7% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 25.3% | 22.6% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 9.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 6% | 1% | -5.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 NP4 0QP this area, 31.1% 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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 31.1% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 14% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 11.6% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 21.3% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blodwen Road was 21.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.7% lower than the Croesyceiliog average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Blodwen Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Croesyceiliog and the 84th lowest crime rate of 310 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Blodwen Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2026-02-27 | £200,000 |
| 27 Blodwen Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2024-10-25 | £167,346 |
| 8 Blodwen Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2023-08-25 | £105,501 |
| 7 Blodwen Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2023-07-04 | £174,435 |
| 2 Blodwen Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2023-03-17 | £105,078 |
NP4 0QP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP4 0QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 226 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Inn Infants School Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenlawn Junior School Glascoed Road , New Inn NP4 0ND | - not rated | 517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mayflower Christian School The Court Farm , Usk Road NP4 0JB | - not rated | 1,420 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Griffithstown Infant School Oxford Street , Griffithstown NP4 5HP | - not rated | 1,491 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo Grounds Diner | Polo Grounds | 463 yd | |
| Aahar | 108 The Highway | 508 yd | |
| The Kitchen Cafe & Bistro | 109a The Highway | 513 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 803 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenlawn Social Club | 137 The Highway | 347 yd | |
| New Panteg RFC | New Panteg Rfc, Jarrods Field, New Road | 499 yd | |
| The Teazer | 58 The Highway | 646 yd | |
| P.I.L.C.S | Pilkingtons Rugby Football Club, New Road | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing House | 36 The Walk | 441 yd | |
| Denise's Fish Bar | 105 The Highway | 513 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1-2, A R D Business Park | 530 yd | |
| Shaheen Tandoori | Green View, The Highway | 675 yd | |
| Subway | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 781 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 | 17.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.