Varteg Road is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9BE is located in the Blaenavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 2016-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Varteg Road, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9DS, NP4 9EB, NP4 9EE, NP4 9BH, NP4 9AU, NP4 9AT, NP4 9BQ, NP4 9LD, NP4 9JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 9BE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 49.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.3% | 50.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 40.3% | 39.9% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 44.9% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 45.4% | 52.6% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 30.8% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 11.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 27.9% | 15.3% | -12.6% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.1% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 13.4% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 22% | 13.1% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 33.7% | 15.6% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 99.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.1% | 37.2% | 19.9% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Varteg Road was 103.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.4% lower than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Varteg Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 118th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Cedar Cottages Varteg Road, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, a newly built property | £259,950 | 2017-11-10 | £380,804 |
NP4 9BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 197 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 3,828 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,120 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,816 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 5,208 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Gables Grazing & Deli | 96 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 584 yd | |
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria Inn and Bed & Breakfast | Queen Victoria Inn, Prince Street | 380 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Forgeside Rugby Sports and Social Club | Forgeside Sports & Social Club, 100 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Blaenavon Constitutional Club | Blaenavon Constitutional Club, James Street | 436 yd | |
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 419 yd | |
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 455 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.