Commercial Road is in Talywain, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 7HX is located in the Abersychan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Road, Talywain, Pontypool, NP4 7HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 7JZ, NP4 7JD, NP4 7JA, NP4 7JG, NP4 7JH, NP4 7JQ, NP4 7JR, NP4 7HT, NP4 7JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 7HX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents 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 | 53% | 54.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 47% | 45.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 34% | 39.9% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 38.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 11.1% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 (70.4%) 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 | 34.7% | 36% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 34.4% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 18.6% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 8.7% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 7HX this area, 29.7% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 29.7% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 10% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 19.6% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 16.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 97.9% | 99.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 99.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Road was 71.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% lower than the Abersychan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Abersychan and the 146th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Commercial Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2024-07-29 | £158,973 |
| 77 Commercial Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-12-23 | £84,228 |
| 86 Commercial Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2019-05-10 | £170,952 |
| 87 Commercial Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-10-14 | £165,764 |
| 86 Commercial Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2015-06-26 | £141,621 |
NP4 7HX 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 911 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 951 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abersychan Comprehensive School Incline Road , Abersychan NP4 7DF | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 3,313 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 Hanbury Arms Cafe | Herberts Road | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Inn | Globe Public House, Commercial Road | 192 yd | |
| Talywain Rugby Football Club | Emlyn Park, Emlyn Road | 529 yd | |
| Garn Workmans | Workmans Hall, Herberts Road | 843 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Cwmavon Road | 943 yd | |
| New Inn Public House | New Inn, High Street | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garndiffaith Traditional Fish & Chips | 62 Stanley Road | 727 yd | |
| Rising Sun 1688 Ltd | Rising Sun, Crown House, Station Street | 784 yd | |
| Family Grill House | 18 Herberts Road | 843 yd | |
| Scam's Chip & Fin | 131 High Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 64 Stanley Road | 727 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.