Duke Street is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9HB 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 Duke Street, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9EZ, NP4 9EY, NP4 9EU, NP4 9HA, NP4 9EX, NP4 9HD, NP4 9NF, NP4 9EP, NP4 9EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 9HB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 9HB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 30.8% | 47.1% | 16.3% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 34.9% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 8.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 5.9% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 43.5% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.9% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 16.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 28.9% | 18.5% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 17.6% | 5.7% | 9.6% | 8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 10.9% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 28.6% | 11.2% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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% | 97.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 32% | 13.5% | 18.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.7% | 37.2% | 18.5% |
| Christian | 39.5% | 46.2% | -6.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duke Street was 111.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.3% lower than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Duke Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 106th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Duke Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-07-05 | £224,481 |
| 21 Duke Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2024-06-12 | £74,174 |
| 25 Duke Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2023-07-13 | £111,141 |
| 21 Duke Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2022-10-03 | £64,641 |
| 21 Duke Street, Pontypool, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2021-12-22 | £56,351 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 4,640 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,943 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 5,340 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterflies Bar & Kitchen | Butterflies, 31-33 Queen Street | 144 yd | |
| Green Gables Grazing & Deli | 96 Broad Street | 224 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 368 yd | |
| Burnsies Breakfast Bar | Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cellar | 39a Broad Street | 89 yd | |
| Blaenavon Constitutional Club | Blaenavon Constitutional Club, James Street | 172 yd | |
| Blaenavon Social Club | 40 High Street | 194 yd | |
| Blaenavon Workmen's Hall Limited | 101 High Street | 199 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Castle Hotel, 94 Broad Street | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 105 yd | |
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 224 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 224 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 224 yd | |
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 236 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.