Heol Derwen is in New Inn, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 0QS 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 Heol Derwen, New Inn, Pontypool, NP4 0QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 0QD, NP4 0QG, NP4 0QU, NP4 0QQ, NP4 0RE, NP4 0RP, NP4 0QJ, NP4 0QP, NP4 0RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 0QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.9% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.1% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP4 0QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16% | 16.7% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.5% | 56.7% | -13.8% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 14.9% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 | 36.5% | 36.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 36% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16% | 20.8% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.2% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 2.1% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 19.4% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 11.1% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 30.4% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 97% 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% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Derwen was 12.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.6% lower than the Croesyceiliog average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Derwen has the 6th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Croesyceiliog and the 13th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Heol Derwen, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-05-01 | £362,067 |
| 3 Heol Derwen, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2013-05-03 | £301,289 |
| 15 Heol Derwen, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2010-03-10 | £332,278 |
| 7 Heol Derwen, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2000-02-25 | £369,365 |
| 9 Heol Derwen, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 1999-10-29 | £492,787 |
NP4 0QS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP4 0QS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 521 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 2,126 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 2,328 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo Grounds Diner | Polo Grounds | 568 yd | |
| Aahar | 108 The Highway | 714 yd | |
| The Kitchen Cafe & Bistro | 109a The Highway | 719 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 790 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenlawn Social Club | 137 The Highway | 549 yd | |
| New Panteg RFC | New Panteg Rfc, Jarrods Field, New Road | 690 yd | |
| The Teazer | 58 The Highway | 856 yd | |
| P.I.L.C.S | Pilkingtons Rugby Football Club, New Road | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1-2, A R D Business Park | 639 yd | |
| Beijing House | 36 The Walk | 650 yd | |
| Denise's Fish Bar | 105 The Highway | 719 yd | |
| Subway | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 772 yd | |
| Greggs | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 772 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 | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.