Picton Street is in Griffithstown, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 5HB is located in the Panteg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Picton Street, Griffithstown, Pontypool, NP4 5HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 5HX, NP4 5HU, NP4 5JA, NP4 5HG, NP4 5HA, NP4 5JB, NP4 5HZ, NP4 5JD, NP4 5JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 5HB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.9% | 50% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 5HB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% 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 | 24.6% | 27% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 56.2% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 8.4% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 42.4% | 41.6% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 36.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 8.4% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 26.3% | 18.5% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 11.5% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.4% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 20.3% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 25.6% | -1.5% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.2% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96% | 95.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Picton Street was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.5% lower than the New Inn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Picton Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in New Inn and the 17th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Picton Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2025-03-28 | £145,851 |
| 48 Picton Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £279,950 | 2024-10-30 | £288,408 |
| 36 Picton Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-04-12 | £246,972 |
| 51 Picton Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £176,800 | 2022-10-21 | £181,060 |
| 75 Picton Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £201,050 | 2022-10-10 | £205,895 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NP4 5HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 724 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 1,917 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 2,458 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise and Shine Cafe | 1 Windsor Road | 249 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 690 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 690 yd | |
| Harvester Restaurant | Harvester Restaurant, Lower Mill Field | 913 yd | |
| Polo Grounds Diner | Polo Grounds | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skippy's | Skippys Bar, 3 Charles Street | 122 yd | |
| Panteg House | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 608 yd | |
| P.I.L.C.S | Pilkingtons Rugby Football Club, New Road | 609 yd | |
| The Open Hearth | Wern Road | 825 yd | |
| Panteg Park Bowls Club | Panteg Park, Cwrdy Road | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Delights | 10 Windsor Road | 230 yd | |
| Hsiang Yang Flower | 13 Windsor Road | 249 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebabs | 55 Windsor Road | 249 yd | |
| Garlic | 2a Hill Street | 285 yd | |
| The Panteg Pizza Co | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3-5 Windsor Road | 249 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 | 42.9% |
| 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 | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.36 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.