Riverside Drive is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9BH 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 Riverside Drive, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9DS, NP4 9BQ, NP4 9BE, NP4 9AT, NP4 9EB, NP4 9JW, NP4 9AR, NP4 9AP, NP4 9JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP4 9BH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 54.9% | 52.1% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 45.1% | 47.9% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 30.7% | 40.2% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 30.8% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 18.9% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 19% | 9.5% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (55.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 25% | 22.9% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -25.5% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 32.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 27.7% | 29.7% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 17.0% |
| Bad health | 12.5% | 10.4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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.
In the area around NP4 9BH this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.2% | 30.8% | -16.4% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 11.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.6% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 7.1% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 13.6% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 19.5% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.9% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 96.9% 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% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 34.9% | 13.5% | 21.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside Drive was 135.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% higher than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Riverside Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 84th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Riverside Drive, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2022-12-07 | £78,646 |
| 20 Riverside Drive, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2022-05-10 | £88,009 |
| 4 Riverside Drive, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2014-10-10 | £36,107 |
| 10 Riverside Drive, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2012-02-03 | £56,151 |
| 20 Riverside Drive, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2008-10-20 | £108,056 |
NP4 9BH 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 9BH 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 | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 3,967 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,823 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 5,218 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 | 280 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 465 yd | |
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 548 yd | |
| Burnsies Breakfast Bar | Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria Inn and Bed & Breakfast | Queen Victoria Inn, Prince Street | 252 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 280 yd | |
| Forgeside Rugby Sports and Social Club | Forgeside Sports & Social Club, 100 Broad Street | 280 yd | |
| Blaenavon Constitutional Club | Blaenavon Constitutional Club, James Street | 293 yd | |
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 280 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 280 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 280 yd | |
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 527 yd | |
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 319 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.