Pentwyn Heights is in Pentwyn, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 7TN is located in the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pentwyn Heights, Pentwyn, Pontypool, NP4 7TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 7TF, NP4 7TG, NP4 7TE, NP4 7TW, NP4 7TT, NP4 7TP, NP4 7TJ, NP4 7EP, NP4 7TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 7TN has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.8% | 50% | 4.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 54.2% | 50% | -4.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 38.8% | 40.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 40.2% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 46.2% | 41.4% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 36.3% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16.6% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 18.4% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 8.8% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 15.4% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 30.1% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.2% | 97.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentwyn Heights was 28.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% lower than the Abersychan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pentwyn Heights has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Abersychan and the 42nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Pentwyn Heights, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2025-04-10 | £47,652 |
| 1 Pentwyn Heights, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2025-02-07 | £43,000 |
| 1 Pentwyn Heights, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2023-05-23 | £66,460 |
| 6 Pentwyn Heights, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2021-09-17 | £140,377 |
| 1 Pentwyn Heights, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2021-04-07 | £44,194 |
NP4 7TN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abersychan Comprehensive School Incline Road , Abersychan NP4 7DF | - not rated | 560 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 1,759 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 2,004 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 2,345 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osito's | White Hart Inn, 2 Broad Street | 401 yd | |
| Ally's Cafe | 8 Station Street | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn Public House | New Inn, High Street | 249 yd | |
| White Hart Inn and The Cavern Basement | 2 Broad Street | 401 yd | |
| Twyn-y-Ffrwd Inn | Twynyffrwd Inn, Ffrwd Road | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scam's Chip & Fin | 131 High Street | 312 yd | |
| Rising Sun 1688 Ltd | Rising Sun, Crown House, Station Street | 328 yd | |
| Indiana Takeaway | 33 Union Street | 375 yd | |
| Dino's | 7 Broad Street | 401 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 | 43.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.