Lower Glantorvaen Terrace is in Forge Side, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9BU is located in the Blaenavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Forge Side, Pontypool, NP4 9BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9BX, NP4 9BR, NP4 9BY, NP4 9BL, NP4 9BS, NP4 9BN, NP4 9BJ, NP4 9DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 9BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.6% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46% | 49.4% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 31.5% | 37.8% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 45.5% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 36.7% | 38.3% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 40.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 16.5% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 31.5% | 22.9% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.4% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 24.2% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 100% | 98.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Glantorvaen Terrace was 75.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.5% lower than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lower Glantorvaen Terrace has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 128.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2025-09-15 | £132,000 |
| 9 Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-02-21 | £102,204 |
| 13 Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2022-02-16 | £114,310 |
| 10 Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-07-09 | £126,067 |
| 10 Lower Glantorvaen Terrace, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £68,750 | 2020-02-21 | £91,547 |
NP4 9BU 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,340 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,737 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 5,448 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 306 yd | |
| Green Gables Grazing & Deli | 96 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Burnsies Breakfast Bar | Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate | 631 yd | |
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria Inn and Bed & Breakfast | Queen Victoria Inn, Prince Street | 365 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Forgeside Rugby Sports and Social Club | Forgeside Sports & Social Club, 100 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 446 yd | |
| Blaenavon Constitutional Club | Blaenavon Constitutional Club, James Street | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 432 yd | |
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 660 yd | |
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 405 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 | 42.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.62 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.