Lon Gwenant is in Pontrhydyrun, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1FD is located in the Pontnewydd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 2018-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lon Gwenant, Pontrhydyrun, Cwmbran, NP44 1FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1FF, NP44 1DG, NP4 5EL, NP44 1FE, NP4 5YH, NP44 1FG, NP4 5EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 1FD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 NP44 1FD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 30.1% | 49.3% | 19.2% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 38.4% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 16% | 1.7% | -14.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.1% | 64.4% | 18.3% | 48.4% | 16.0% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 25.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 6.7% | -11.6% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 3% | -4.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 NP44 1FD this area, 8.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 8.5% | -22.3% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 4.8% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 23.9% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 46.7% | 24.3% | 33.8% | 12.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 99% | 98.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.9% | 37.2% | 30.7% |
| Christian | 25.4% | 46.2% | -20.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Gwenant was 44.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lon Gwenant has the 7th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Lon Gwenant, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-07-11 | £244,253 |
| 5 Lon Gwenant, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-04-03 | £268,955 |
| 32 Lon Gwenant, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-03-28 | £313,758 |
| 22 Lon Gwenant, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-09-06 | £356,041 |
| 36 Lon Gwenant, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-06-10 | £301,807 |
NP44 1FD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 210 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffithstown Primary Florence Place , Griffithstown NP4 5DN | - not rated | 1,131 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 | 1,201 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 1,777 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 2,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Apple Catering @Knauf | Knauf Insulation Ltd, Pontyfelin Works, Chapel Lane | 416 yd | |
| Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities | Cwmbran Adult Service, Avondale Way | 668 yd | |
| Age Connects Torfaen | East Avenue | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbridge Inn | Avondale Road | 370 yd | |
| The Terrace Inn | The Terrace Inn, Pontrhydyrun Road | 525 yd | |
| Sebastopol Social Club | Wern Road | 708 yd | |
| The Open Hearth | Wern Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iestyn's Fish Bar | 126 Greenhill Road | 787 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 360 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.