Parkes Lane is in Tranch, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 6BA 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 Parkes Lane, Tranch, Pontypool, NP4 6BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 6BS, NP4 6BD, NP4 6BB, NP4 6AY, NP4 6AW, NP4 6BH, NP4 6BG, NP4 6BN, NP4 6BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 6BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.7% | 2.0% | 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 | 23.1% | 25.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 47.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 11.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 32.2% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -16.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 32.6% | 5.7% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 22% | 19.7% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 12.3% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 8.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
In the area around NP4 6BA this area, 30.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 30.4% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 8.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 10.2% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 3.9% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 18.4% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 27.3% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.5% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkes Lane was 61.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.8% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkes Lane has the 17th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 131st lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Parkes Lane, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2017-04-28 | £131,460 |
| Waunwern Cottage Parkes Lane, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2000-09-01 | £310,479 |
NP4 6BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 6BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 952 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,389 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,878 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 | 589 yd | |
| Wellbeing Centre | 24 George Street | 956 yd | |
| Caffi Crane | 4 Crane Street | 963 yd | |
| Crane Street Baptist Church | Crane Street Baptist Church, Crane Street | 963 yd | |
| Market Square Coffee House | 8 Market Street | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontypool United RFC | Pontypool United Rugby Club, Conway Road | 787 yd | |
| The Dragonffli | Crumlin Street | 788 yd | |
| Pontypool Workingmens Club | Pontypool Working Mens Club, Broadway | 816 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Bell Inn, High Street | 823 yd | |
| Ashley at The Unicorn Ltd | Unicorn Hotel, Albion Road | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 54 High Street | 588 yd | |
| Parbin Tandoori | Crane Street Mews, Crane Street | 946 yd | |
| Chans Noodle Bar | 1 Osborne Road | 981 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 4 Market Street | 992 yd | |
| Warren's Foods | Stall 1, The Market Hall, Market Street | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | 4 Crane Street | 963 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 | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.