Fountain Road is in Pontymoile, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 8ER is located in the Pontypool Fawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fountain Road, Pontymoile, Pontypool, NP4 8ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 8HU, NP4 8ES, NP4 5LF, NP4 5LD, NP4 5NB, NP4 8AQ, NP4 8AN, NP4 8EQ, NP4 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 8ER is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.3% | -1.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NP4 8ER there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 23.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 55.5% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.5% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 44.9% | 40.1% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 37.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 17.8% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 15.7% | 15.1% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 9.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 13.7% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.6% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 35.1% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.7% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fountain Road was 160.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% higher than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fountain Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 61st highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Fire Station Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,500 | 2017-07-31 | £191,524 |
| Tyrone Bungalow Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2008-11-17 | £237,015 |
| The Old Fire Station Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2007-12-12 | £191,215 |
NP4 8ER 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP4 8ER area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Monmouth Comprehensive School Blaendare Road , Pontypool NP4 5YG | - not rated | 767 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,605 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,711 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 Boat Yard Tea Room | Pontymoile Marina, Fountain Road | 1 yd | |
| Harvester Restaurant | Harvester Restaurant, Lower Mill Field | 301 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 610 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 610 yd | |
| Epicure coffee co @ Pontypool | Pontypool Active Living Centre, Trosnant Street | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontypool Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Trosnant Street | 874 yd | |
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn, Cwmynyscoy Road | 915 yd | |
| P.I.L.C.S | Pilkingtons Rugby Football Club, New Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 631 yd | |
| Greggs | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 631 yd | |
| Golden Star | 8 Clarence Street | 998 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1-2, A R D Business Park | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 1,032 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.