Church Road is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9AE is located in the Blaenavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9AD, NP4 9AA, NP4 9RE, NP4 9PT, NP4 9AQ, NP4 9AF, NP4 9PU, NP4 9BL, NP4 9AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 9AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NP4 9AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% 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 | 24% | 32.6% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 51.8% | 7.3% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 5.8% | -6.9% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 17% | 8% | -9.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 28.7% | 50.5% | 21.8% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 27.6% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 14% | -8.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 5.4% | -5.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 49.3% | 15.9% | -33.4% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 9.7% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 13.7% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 23.5% | 14.3% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 27.4% | 15.2% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.6% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 98.9% | 95% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 95% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 38.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.7% lower than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 67th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenavon Police Station Church Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-07-20 | £114,414 |
| Blaenavon Police House Church Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2006-11-21 | £153,531 |
NP4 9AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,574 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,766 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,973 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 71 yd | |
| Green Gables Grazing & Deli | 96 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 493 yd | |
| Burnsies Breakfast Bar | Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 189 yd | |
| Blaenavon Social Club | 40 High Street | 229 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Forgeside Rugby Sports and Social Club | Forgeside Sports & Social Club, 100 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Inn and Bed & Breakfast | Queen Victoria Inn, Prince Street | 276 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 274 yd | |
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 352 yd | |
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 227 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.