Freeholdland Road is in Pontnewynydd, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 8LW 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 Freeholdland Road, Pontnewynydd, Pontypool, NP4 8LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 8LP, NP4 8LT, NP4 8LS, NP4 8LL, NP4 8LR, NP4 8LQ, NP4 8LN, NP4 6TZ, NP4 6SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 8LW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.1% | 50.2% | 6.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 55.9% | 49.8% | -6.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 39.5% | 37.4% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 46.2% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 40.6% | 40.4% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.7% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 17.8% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 24.4% | 15.2% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 6.2% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 17.3% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.6% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 22.6% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 27.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 98% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.8% | 97.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.3% | 37.2% | 23.1% |
| Christian | 33.7% | 46.2% | -12.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Freeholdland Road was 91.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% lower than the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Freeholdland Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood and the 135th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croma Freeholdland Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2024-07-22 | £188,909 |
| 32 Freeholdland Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-07-15 | £66,633 |
| Vale House Freeholdland Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2024-05-03 | £239,275 |
| Rosehilla Freeholdland Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-09-05 | £173,462 |
| Warsaw Cottage Freeholdland Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-12-20 | £142,231 |
NP4 8LW 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 868 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abersychan Comprehensive School Incline Road , Abersychan NP4 7DF | - not rated | 1,322 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| George Street Primary School Wainfelin Road , Pontypool NP4 6BX | - not rated | 1,573 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gwynllyw Heol Folly , Trefddyn NP4 8JD | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygarn Primary School Penygarn Road , Penygarn NP4 8JR | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Connects Torfaen | Pontnewynydd Community Centre, Zion Hill | 634 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Unit 2, North Pontypool Industrial Park | 795 yd | |
| The Ebenezer Centre | The Ebenezer Centre, Hanbury Road | 848 yd | |
| Osito's | White Hart Inn, 2 Broad Street | 963 yd | |
| Ally's Cafe | 8 Station Street | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewynydd Cricket Club | Pontnewynydd Cricket Club, Pentrepiod Road | 580 yd | |
| Royal Oak | George Street | 615 yd | |
| The Pegasus | The Pegasus, 14 Hill Street | 622 yd | |
| Pontnewynydd Community Centre | Zion Hill | 634 yd | |
| Pontnewynydd Sports and Social Club | Mill Road | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmaris Kebab & Pizza | 20 St Lukes Road | 526 yd | |
| Treasure House | 6 St Lukes Road | 526 yd | |
| Dough Dough's Pizzeria | 23 St Lukes Road | 526 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Fish Bar | 1 Hill Street | 622 yd | |
| Chutney Pot Takeaway | Unit 6, Pontnewynydd Small Business Centre, Estate Road | 888 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 | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| 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 | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.