NP4 5UH is in Lower Race, Pontypool and Torfaen district. NP4 5UH 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 Lower Race, Pontypool, NP4 5UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 5UH has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.5% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 58.5% | 8.0% | 51.0% | 7.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 41.5% | -8.0% | 49.0% | -7.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP4 5UH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.9% | 45.7% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 33.3% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 11% | 7.2% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 39% | 41.9% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 29.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 16% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 8.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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.
In the area around NP4 5UH this area, 42.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.8% | 42.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 24.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 10.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 9.6% | -7.9% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 11.7% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 16.2% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 8.9% | 4.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 79.3% | 70.1% | -9.2% | 81.4% | -11.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 13.7% | 28.6% | 14.9% | 0.1% | 28.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 92.7% | 99.2% | 6.5% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 92.2% | 99.2% | 7.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 40.6% | 13.5% | 27.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NP4 5UH was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.7% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
NP4 5UH has the 4th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kermenez, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2022-03-04 | £195,858 |
| New House, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2000-05-15 | £196,895 |
NP4 5UH 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.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,189 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 1,996 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 2,034 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amici D'Italia | The Forge Restaurant, High Street | 654 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 1,014 yd | |
| Market Square Coffee House | 8 Market Street | 1,044 yd | |
| Rachel's Cafe | Stall 3 The Market Hall, Market Street | 1,044 yd | |
| Caffi Crane | 4 Crane Street | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Race Sports and Social Club Ltd | Blaendare Road | 620 yd | |
| The Dragonffli | Crumlin Street | 708 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Bell Inn, High Street | 808 yd | |
| Ashley at The Unicorn Ltd | Unicorn Hotel, Albion Road | 810 yd | |
| Pontypool Workingmens Club | Pontypool Working Mens Club, Broadway | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 54 High Street | 655 yd | |
| Parbin Tandoori | Crane Street Mews, Crane Street | 995 yd | |
| Golden Star | 8 Clarence Street | 1,028 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 4 Market Street | 1,044 yd | |
| Warren's Foods | Stall 1, The Market Hall, Market Street | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 1,014 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | 4 Crane Street | 1,044 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 | 80.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Median download speed | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 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.