Viaduct Road is in Garndiffaith, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 7NU 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 Viaduct Road, Garndiffaith, Pontypool, NP4 7NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 7NN, NP4 7JF, NP4 7NL, NP4 7JE, NP4 7JL, NP4 7PL, NP4 7NR, NP4 7NH, NP4 7JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 7NU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 51.1% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 45.6% | 48.9% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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% | 39.3% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 34.1% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 15.7% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 9.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 (67.6%) 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 | 34.1% | 34.5% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -13.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 33.1% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 22.2% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 9.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 9.5% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 0.7% | -4.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 7NU this area, 35.1% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.2% | 35.1% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 16.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 12.1% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 20.3% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Viaduct Road was 127.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.7% higher than the Abersychan average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Viaduct Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Abersychan and the 93rd highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Viaduct Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2021-09-16 | £231,831 |
| Trelawney Viaduct Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-08-23 | £66,515 |
| Venlia Viaduct Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £73,500 | 2018-10-05 | £99,430 |
| The Tyrol Viaduct Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-10-27 | £307,182 |
| Brynglas Viaduct Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2004-10-08 | £182,813 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 653 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abersychan Comprehensive School Incline Road , Abersychan NP4 7DF | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 3,379 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 | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Inn | Globe Public House, Commercial Road | 313 yd | |
| Talywain Rugby Football Club | Emlyn Park, Emlyn Road | 453 yd | |
| Garn Workmans | Workmans Hall, Herberts Road | 502 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Cwmavon Road | 747 yd | |
| Garndiffaith Rugby Club | Garndiffaith Rugby Club, Lasgarn View | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garndiffaith Traditional Fish & Chips | 62 Stanley Road | 355 yd | |
| Family Grill House | 18 Herberts Road | 502 yd | |
| Rising Sun 1688 Ltd | Rising Sun, Crown House, Station Street | 1,039 yd | |
| Scam's Chip & Fin | 131 High Street | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 64 Stanley Road | 355 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 | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.21 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.