Fountain Road is in Pontymoile, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 8HU 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 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 8ER, NP4 8AN, NP4 5LF, NP4 5LD, NP4 8AQ, NP4 8ES, NP4 5SR, NP4 5NB, NP4 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 8HU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 51.3% | 52.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 48.7% | 47.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 27.6% | 32% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 45.7% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 13.3% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 7.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 41.3% | 43.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 31.9% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 8.2% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 23% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 11.5% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 34.5% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.4% | 97.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 97.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fountain Road was 62.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.3% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fountain Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-03-05 | £293,183 |
| 20 Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2023-04-14 | £277,718 |
| 50 Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-04-22 | £339,752 |
| 10 Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-01-14 | £259,135 |
| 34 Fountain Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-03-17 | £231,898 |
NP4 8HU 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 8HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 686 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Alban's R.C. High School The Park , Pontypool NP4 6XG | - not rated | 993 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,513 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| New Inn Primary School Off Golf Road , New Inn NP4 0PR | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | 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 | 112 yd | |
| Harvester Restaurant | Harvester Restaurant, Lower Mill Field | 413 yd | |
| KFC | K F C, Service Station A4042(T) | 720 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Service Station A4042(T) | 720 yd | |
| Epicure coffee co @ Pontypool | Pontypool Active Living Centre, Trosnant Street | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontypool Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Trosnant Street | 762 yd | |
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn, Cwmynyscoy Road | 868 yd | |
| Ashley at The Unicorn Ltd | Unicorn Hotel, Albion Road | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 740 yd | |
| Greggs | EG Folly Tower Service Station, Service Station A4042 T | 740 yd | |
| Golden Star | 8 Clarence Street | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Lower Bridge Street | 923 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% |
| Median download speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.