Elgam Avenue is in Blaenavon, Pontypool and in Torfaen district. NP4 9QT 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 Elgam Avenue, Blaenavon, Pontypool, NP4 9QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP4 9QU, NP4 9QS, NP4 9QX, NP4 9QW, NP4 9QN, NP4 9QR, NP4 9PQ, NP4 9PB, NP4 9PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP4 9QT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 48.7% | 49.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.1% | -1.2% | 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 | 35.7% | 41.8% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 42.4% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 7.7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 42.7% | 47% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 31.4% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 15.8% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 5.5% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 9QT this area, 29.3% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.1% | 29.3% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 8.8% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 19.9% | 7.8% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.2% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 14.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.7% 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% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.7% | 37.2% | 28.5% |
| Christian | 29.3% | 46.2% | -16.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elgam Avenue was 16.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.5% lower than the Blaenavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elgam Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Blaenavon and the 19th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Elgam Avenue, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-08-01 | £194,052 |
| 104 Elgam Avenue, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-10-01 | £144,230 |
| 133 Elgam Avenue, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-05-20 | £162,220 |
| 128 Elgam Avenue, Pontypool, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-09-29 | £268,010 |
| 132 Elgam Avenue, Pontypool, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-03-01 | £242,136 |
NP4 9QT 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 5,113 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 5,145 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest , Garndiffaith NP4 7SJ | - not rated | 5,366 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 | 675 yd | |
| Front Row Food | Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, Church Road | 913 yd | |
| Green Gables Grazing & Deli | 96 Broad Street | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgam & District Workingmen's Club | 5 Rifle Street | 169 yd | |
| Riflemans Arms | Rifle Street | 169 yd | |
| Blaenavon RFC | Middle Coedcae Road | 429 yd | |
| Blaenavon Blues AFC | Memorial Ground, North Street | 553 yd | |
| Blaenavon Social Club | 40 High Street | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgam Fish Bar | Rifle Green | 202 yd | |
| Lotus | 62 Broad Street | 665 yd | |
| Heritage Plaice | 20 Broad Street | 940 yd | |
| Blaenavon Kebab and Pizza | 11 Broad Street | 940 yd | |
| Rehmat Spice | 103 Broad Street | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, Ivor Street | 921 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
| Median download speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.09 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.