The Links is in Trevethin, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 8DG 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 The Links, Trevethin, Pontypool, NP4 8DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 8LB, NP4 8DQ, NP4 8DW, NP4 8LA, NP4 8JY, NP4 8DL, NP4 8DN, NP4 8DY, NP4 8DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 8DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.3% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.7% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 31.3% | 38.4% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 47% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 9.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 45.5% | 41.9% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 32.2% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 8.7% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 25.3% | 24% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.3% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 13.3% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 27.9% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.2% | 97.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.7% | 37.2% | 17.5% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Links was 101.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.5% higher than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Links has the 26th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 123rd highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 The Links, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-04-11 | £197,706 |
| 4 The Links, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-03-22 | £178,004 |
| 26 The Links, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-05-19 | £163,889 |
| 51 The Links, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-06-27 | £186,097 |
| 34 The Links, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-05-10 | £191,881 |
NP4 8DG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NP4 8DG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 395 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 963 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 1,928 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box’d Bar & Pizza Ltd | 5 Church Avenue | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewynydd Sports and Social Club | Mill Road | 1,008 yd | |
| Royal Oak | George Street | 1,035 yd | |
| The Pegasus | The Pegasus, 14 Hill Street | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali's Fish & Chips | 3 Church Avenue | 353 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Fish Bar | 1 Hill Street | 1,073 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 | 22.2% |
| 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.