Chapel Street is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1DL is located in the Pontnewydd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Street, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 1DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1DS, NP44 1DR, NP44 1DP, NP44 1DT, NP44 1DN, NP44 1NH, NP44 1EP, NP44 1PH, NP44 1DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 1DL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.4% | 49.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 40.7% | 41% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 39.6% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 34.5% | 43.8% | 9.3% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 33.1% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 13.2% | -6.3% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 40.7% | 26.4% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.3% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 16.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 23.2% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0.5% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 97% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.3% | 95.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 95.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 96.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.9% lower than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 13th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 128th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Chapel Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,245 | 2021-10-29 | £343,510 |
| 54 Chapel Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-03-08 | £304,037 |
| 60 Chapel Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,595 | 2018-07-13 | £352,771 |
| 62 Chapel Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-10-27 | £291,572 |
| 60 Chapel Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2011-11-18 | £204,963 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 221 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 500 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Jnr. & Inf. School Caldicot Way , Pontrhydyrun NP44 1UF | - not rated | 943 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Angels R.C School Victoria Street , Cwmbran NP44 3JR | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 1,500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti King | 13 Richmond Road | 349 yd | |
| Trios | 7 Richmond Road | 349 yd | |
| Page's Fish & Chips | Woodside Road | 491 yd | |
| McDonalds | 14-20 North Walk | 576 yd | |
| Rabaiotti's | 19 North Walk | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Workingmens Club | Pontnewydd Workingmens Club & Institute, Chapel Street | 2 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 20 Commercial Street | 299 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 299 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 358 yd | |
| Forgehammer Community Social Club CIC | Factory Unit 2, Greenhill Road | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebab | 4a Commercial Street | 298 yd | |
| Saffron Kitchen | 6 Commercial Street | 299 yd | |
| China Palace | 2 Commercial Street | 299 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House | 21 Commercial Street | 324 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Fish Bar | 4 New Street | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Woodside Road | 491 yd | |
| Aldi | 60 Woodside Road | 491 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 27 North Walk | 576 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 699 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 719 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 | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| 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 | 40.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.