Lowlands Road is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1RF 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 Lowlands Road, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 1RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1RD, NP44 1RR, NP44 1RY, NP44 1RB, NP44 1RA, NP44 1QZ, NP44 1RE, NP44 1RT, NP44 1RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 1RF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 51% | 47.1% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 49% | 52.9% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 32.1% | 33% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 48.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 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 | 49.4% | 42.9% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 38.1% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 20.2% | 15% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.3% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 20.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 30.9% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| 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 Lowlands Road was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lowlands Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 64th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vincent House 13 Lowlands Road, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2022-07-20 | £146,648 |
| 17 Lowlands Road, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-05-11 | £187,540 |
| 20 Lowlands Road, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,950 | 2022-01-28 | £287,491 |
| 11 Lowlands Road, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-10 | £201,246 |
| 15 Lowlands Road, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2021-05-28 | £189,067 |
NP44 1RF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 662 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 | 672 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 825 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Angels R.C School Victoria Street , Cwmbran NP44 3JR | - not rated | 1,990 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 | 366 yd | |
| Trios | 7 Richmond Road | 366 yd | |
| Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities | Cwmbran Adult Service, Avondale Way | 562 yd | |
| Nuffield Health | Wilcrick Place | 609 yd | |
| Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes | 8 Maendy Square Shops | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Constitutional Club | Pontnewydd Constitutional Club, Lowlands Road | 143 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 425 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 20 Commercial Street | 428 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 465 yd | |
| The Terrace Inn | The Terrace Inn, Pontrhydyrun Road | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Fish Bar | 4 New Street | 365 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House | 21 Commercial Street | 396 yd | |
| Saffron Kitchen | 6 Commercial Street | 428 yd | |
| China Palace | 2 Commercial Street | 428 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 4a Commercial Street | 428 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 | 86.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.8% |
| 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 | 76.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 42.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.