Gwynllyw is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1HB is located in the Upper Cwmbran electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gwynllyw, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 1HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1HA, NP44 1EZ, NP44 1EU, NP44 1EX, NP44 1HJ, NP44 1ET, NP44 1HL, NP44 1SY, NP44 1HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 1HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.2% | 0.5% | 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 NP44 1HB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 41.1% | 44.2% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 37.9% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 8.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 43.7% | 39.1% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 34.1% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 17.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 1HB this area, 35.9% 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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 35.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 17.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13.6% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.6% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 18.9% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
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 | 97.8% | 98.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwynllyw was 86.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% lower than the Greenmeadow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwynllyw has the 10th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Greenmeadow and the 145th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.9%.
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 Gwynllyw, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2025-03-06 | £94,482 |
| 1 Gwynllyw, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-12 | £232,265 |
| 8 Gwynllyw, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-08-05 | £194,774 |
| 5 Gwynllyw, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2017-10-31 | £116,923 |
| 8 Gwynllyw, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2016-03-18 | £176,032 |
NP44 1HB 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 615 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 679 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,329 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 | 1,606 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 2,094 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes | 8 Maendy Square Shops | 213 yd | |
| Cwtch Cafe | Nant Bran, Upper Cwmbran Road | 350 yd | |
| Balti King | 13 Richmond Road | 988 yd | |
| Trios | 7 Richmond Road | 988 yd | |
| Ellie's Cafe | Unit 22, Springvale Industrial Estate | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Golf Club | Maesgwyn Farm, Tranters Terrace | 611 yd | |
| The Queen Inn | The Queen, Upper Cwmbran Road | 791 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 793 yd | |
| The Bush Inn | Bush Inn, Graig Road | 895 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Constitutional Club | Pontnewydd Constitutional Club, Lowlands Road | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Way Chippy | 4 Maendy Square Shops | 213 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Fish Bar | 4 New Street | 1,018 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House | 21 Commercial Street | 1,019 yd | |
| Saffron Kitchen | 6 Commercial Street | 1,047 yd | |
| China Palace | 2 Commercial Street | 1,047 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.