Open Hearth Close is in Griffithstown, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 5LU is located in the Panteg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Open Hearth Close, Griffithstown, Pontypool, NP4 5LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 5DP, NP4 5JP, NP4 5JR, NP4 5DW, NP4 5DR, NP4 5JG, NP4 5DN, NP4 5SY, NP4 5JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 5LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 27.2% | 32.1% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 42.4% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 14.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 52.7% | 44.9% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 30% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10.5% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 9.9% | 8.0% | 1.2% | 8.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 21.8% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 7.8% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 11.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 16% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 33.7% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Open Hearth Close was 35.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the New Inn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Open Hearth Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in New Inn and the 58th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Open Hearth Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-06-12 | £225,806 |
| 80 Open Hearth Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-11-20 | £188,249 |
| 82 Open Hearth Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2022-07-18 | £250,345 |
| 73 Open Hearth Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2022-03-11 | £156,796 |
| 69 Open Hearth Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2021-11-10 | £211,883 |
NP4 5LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,882 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Jnr. & Inf. School Caldicot Way , Pontrhydyrun NP44 1UF | - not rated | 2,396 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 2,593 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 | 429 yd | |
| Age Connects Torfaen | East Avenue | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Open Hearth | Wern Road | 188 yd | |
| Panteg House | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 406 yd | |
| Sebastopol Social Club | Wern Road | 513 yd | |
| Skippy's | Skippys Bar, 3 Charles Street | 561 yd | |
| Panteg Park Bowls Club | Panteg Park, Cwrdy Road | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garlic | 2a Hill Street | 404 yd | |
| The Panteg Pizza Co | Panteg House, Greenhill Road | 406 yd | |
| Hsiang Yang Flower | 13 Windsor Road | 429 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebabs | 55 Windsor Road | 429 yd | |
| Divine Delights | 10 Windsor Road | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3-5 Windsor Road | 429 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 | 36 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.91 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.