College Road is in Penygarn, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 8DA is located in the Trevethin and Penygarn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about College Road, Penygarn, Pontypool, NP4 8DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 8BN, NP4 8BX, NP4 8BZ, NP4 8BY, NP4 8BG, NP4 8BQ, NP4 8BW, NP4 8BJ, NP4 8JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 8DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 47.8% | 52% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48% | -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 | 29.3% | 31.2% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 49.7% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 11.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 36.2% | 34.1% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -14.3% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 38.8% | 9.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 15.9% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 10.8% | 9.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 1.9% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 8DA this area, 29.9% 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 | 48.4% | 29.9% | -18.5% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 19.4% | 12.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 26.4% | 14.0% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 96.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Road was 3.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.0% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
College Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 College Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,500 | 2019-01-25 | £152,553 |
| 19 College Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,500 | 2016-05-19 | £138,858 |
| 25 College Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2014-05-19 | £163,263 |
| 31 College Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2013-09-05 | £155,787 |
| 5 College Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2012-04-17 | £200,946 |
NP4 8DA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP4 8DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 364 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 496 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 673 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 1,239 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torfaen Museum Trust Coffee Shop (Museum Tea Rooms) | Park Road | 493 yd | |
| Destan's Cafe & Takeaway | 1 Town Bridge Buildings, Park Road | 493 yd | |
| Asiana | 5 Town Bridge Buildings, Park Road | 493 yd | |
| Ragamuffins Vintage Tea Room | 7 Commercial Street | 578 yd | |
| Epicure coffee co @ Pontypool | Pontypool Active Living Centre, Trosnant Street | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Iron Duke | 130-131 Osborne Road | 573 yd | |
| Pontypool Conservative & Unionist Club | Pontypool Conservative Club, Osborne Road | 573 yd | |
| Pontypool Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Trosnant Street | 607 yd | |
| White Hart | White Hart, George Street | 621 yd | |
| Comrades of the Great War Club | Market Street | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Good | 128 Osborne Road | 573 yd | |
| Peri Cottage | 133 Osborne Road | 573 yd | |
| Chans Noodle Bar | 1 Osborne Road | 617 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 4 Market Street | 647 yd | |
| Warren's Foods | Stall 1, The Market Hall, Market Street | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | 4 Crane Street | 644 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 831 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 13.0% |
| 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.