Wayfield Crescent is in Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1NH 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 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, NP44 1NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1NA, NP44 1NJ, NP44 1NW, NP44 1ND, NP44 1NB, NP44 1PH, NP44 1NN, NP44 1LZ, NP44 1QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 1NH has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47.5% | 48% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 52% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 28.3% | 36.1% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 47.7% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 9.5% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 41.3% | 40.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 36% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 16.3% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 4.3% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 27.9% | 21.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 7.9% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 18.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 23.7% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 5.7% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 4.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 93.7% | 87.6% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 89.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 89.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wayfield Crescent was 8.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wayfield Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 7th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-10-30 | £159,541 |
| 36 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-02-12 | £121,573 |
| 34 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2019-06-14 | £114,149 |
| 38 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-01-30 | £145,714 |
| 43 Wayfield Crescent, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2007-10-19 | £148,230 |
NP44 1NH 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 81 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 664 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 | 835 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 | 1,246 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 1,489 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 | 389 yd | |
| Trios | 7 Richmond Road | 389 yd | |
| McDonalds | 14-20 North Walk | 474 yd | |
| Rabaiotti's | 19 North Walk | 474 yd | |
| Subway | 12 North Walk | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Workingmens Club | Pontnewydd Workingmens Club & Institute, Chapel Street | 175 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 20 Commercial Street | 319 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 381 yd | |
| British Legion (Pontnewydd) Cb | Station Road | 412 yd | |
| Cwmbran Rugby Football Club | Cwmbran Rugby Football Club, Station Road | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebab | 4a Commercial Street | 319 yd | |
| Saffron Kitchen | 6 Commercial Street | 319 yd | |
| China Palace | 2 Commercial Street | 319 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House | 21 Commercial Street | 354 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Fish Bar | 4 New Street | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 27 North Walk | 475 yd | |
| Lidl | Woodside Road | 511 yd | |
| Aldi | 60 Woodside Road | 511 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 611 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 702 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.09 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.