Railway Close is in Talywain, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 7RB is located in the Abersychan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 2010-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Railway Close, Talywain, Pontypool, NP4 7RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 7RL, NP4 7RJ, NP4 7RH, NP4 7HY, NP4 7JH, NP4 7RQ, NP4 7RE, NP4 7HZ, NP4 7RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 7RB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 50.6% | 52.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 33.6% | 34.2% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 40.9% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 10.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 37.5% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 34.9% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 18.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 7.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 27.7% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 9.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 16.6% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 19.6% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 18.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10.6% | 6.0% | 4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Railway Close was 157.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.1% higher than the Abersychan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Railway Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Abersychan and the 66th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Railway Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2017-11-10 | £194,416 |
| 4 Railway Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2017-03-30 | £215,117 |
| 4 Railway Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £120,000 | 2010-05-07 | £205,284 |
| 5 Railway Close, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £120,000 | 2010-04-30 | £218,434 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 710 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 847 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abersychan Comprehensive School Incline Road , Abersychan NP4 7DF | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 2,789 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 3,638 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 | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Inn | Globe Public House, Commercial Road | 158 yd | |
| Talywain Rugby Football Club | Emlyn Park, Emlyn Road | 211 yd | |
| Garn Workmans | Workmans Hall, Herberts Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garndiffaith Traditional Fish & Chips | 62 Stanley Road | 612 yd | |
| Family Grill House | 18 Herberts Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 64 Stanley Road | 612 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 | 35.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.