Boot Lane is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9HA 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 Boot Lane, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9EY, NP4 9NF, NP4 9NE, NP4 9EZ, NP4 9HB, NP4 9PY, NP4 9EU, NP4 9EX, NP4 9NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP4 9HA 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 | 52.4% | 50.2% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.8% | 2.2% | 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 area around NP4 9HA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 45.3% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 26.5% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 14.8% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 10.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 (65.8%) 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 | 45% | 33.9% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.9% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 22.8% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 9.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around NP4 9HA this area, 36% 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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 36% | 3.2% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 9.5% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.4% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 16.7% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 16.2% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.4% | 95.7% | 4.3% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 93.9% | 96.1% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 96.1% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.4% | 37.2% | 23.2% |
| Christian | 32.9% | 46.2% | -13.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boot Lane was 165.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.0% higher than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Boot Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 56th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Boot Lane, Pontypool, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2022-04-29 | £70,022 |
| 1 Boot Lane, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-05-24 | £174,715 |
| 1 Boot Lane, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £76,950 | 2003-08-06 | £206,008 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,383 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,659 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,880 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 5,278 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 | 186 yd | |
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 197 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 306 yd | |
| Burnsies Breakfast Bar | Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cellar | 39a Broad Street | 57 yd | |
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 139 yd | |
| Blaenavon Constitutional Club | Blaenavon Constitutional Club, James Street | 142 yd | |
| Blaenavon Social Club | 40 High Street | 143 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 103 yd | |
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 186 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 186 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 186 yd | |
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 187 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.