Prince Of Wales Terrace is in Lower Cwm, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 5SR is located in the Pontypool Fawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Prince Of Wales Terrace, Lower Cwm, Pontypool, NP4 5SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 5LB, NP4 5SP, NP4 5JX, NP4 5LD, NP4 5LA, NP4 5JU, NP4 5SN, NP4 5LF, NP4 5JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 5SR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.3% | 49.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.1% | 38.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 44.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 8.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 31.8% | 36.5% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 42.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 13.3% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.7% | 25.9% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.2% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 16.5% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 20% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 18% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prince Of Wales Terrace was 82.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.8% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prince Of Wales Terrace has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 154th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Prince Of Wales Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £22,500 | 1996-05-02 | £104,375 |
NP4 5SR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 387 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 875 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 1,778 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boat Yard Tea Room | Pontymoile Marina, Fountain Road | 380 yd | |
| Harvester Restaurant | Harvester Restaurant, Lower Mill Field | 649 yd | |
| Epicure coffee co @ Pontypool | Pontypool Active Living Centre, Trosnant Street | 666 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 713 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn, Cwmynyscoy Road | 577 yd | |
| Pontypool Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Trosnant Street | 666 yd | |
| Ashley at The Unicorn Ltd | Unicorn Hotel, Albion Road | 830 yd | |
| The Dragonffli | Crumlin Street | 986 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Bell Inn, High Street | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star | 8 Clarence Street | 676 yd | |
| Subway | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 908 yd | |
| Greggs | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 908 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 4 Market Street | 1,029 yd | |
| Warren's Foods | Stall 1, The Market Hall, Market Street | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 713 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.