Hill Street is in Griffithstown, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 5HT 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 Hill Street, Griffithstown, Pontypool, NP4 5HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 5HY, NP4 5HQ, NP4 5HW, NP4 5HP, NP4 5HH, NP4 5HR, NP4 5HD, NP4 5HN, NP4 5JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 5HT has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 49.5% | 47.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 52.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 34.1% | 31.9% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 46.7% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 5.2% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5.7% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 31% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -17.4% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 41.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 8.3% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 20.1% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 25.4% | 17.6% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 23.3% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 27.1% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.7% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 97.1% | 98.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 211.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 225.2% higher than the New Inn average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hill Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in New Inn and the 38th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hill Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2000-06-23 | £293,203 |
| 6 Hill Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £43,000 | 1999-11-25 | £202,120 |
| 5 Hill Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £39,500 | 1999-05-28 | £177,489 |
NP4 5HT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 438 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 2,198 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 2,730 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 | 54 yd | |
| Age Connects Torfaen | East Avenue | 726 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 905 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 905 yd | |
| Polo Grounds Diner | Polo Grounds | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skippy's | Skippys Bar, 3 Charles Street | 167 yd | |
| Panteg House | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 363 yd | |
| The Open Hearth | Wern Road | 538 yd | |
| Panteg Park Bowls Club | Panteg Park, Cwrdy Road | 653 yd | |
| P.I.L.C.S | Pilkingtons Rugby Football Club, New Road | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garlic | 2a Hill Street | 3 yd | |
| Hsiang Yang Flower | 13 Windsor Road | 54 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebabs | 55 Windsor Road | 54 yd | |
| Divine Delights | 10 Windsor Road | 60 yd | |
| The Panteg Pizza Co | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 363 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3-5 Windsor Road | 54 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 | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.