Parc Avenue is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1RU 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 Parc Avenue, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 1RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1SE, NP44 1RS, NP44 1EL, NP44 1RT, NP44 1RZ, NP44 1RY, NP44 1BP, NP44 1BN, NP44 1ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 1RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 51.3% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 44.8% | 48.7% | 3.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.4% | 27.9% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 41.3% | 3.1% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 18.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 9.2% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 8.3% | -5.0% | 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 | 46.5% | 38.7% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 33.1% | 7.2% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 15.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 8.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 1RU this area, 32.3% 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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 32.3% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 9.8% | -12.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 16.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 19.1% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99.7% | 97% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parc Avenue was 103.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% lower than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Parc Avenue has the 14th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 120th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Parc Avenue, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-01-04 | £337,590 |
| 20 Parc Avenue, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-07-16 | £283,371 |
| 30 Parc Avenue, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-01-18 | £231,945 |
| 23 Parc Avenue, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2020-12-17 | £313,598 |
| 20 Parc Avenue, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-06-29 | £301,148 |
NP44 1RU 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 476 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 903 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 | 958 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Angels R.C School Victoria Street , Cwmbran NP44 3JR | - not rated | 2,034 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 | 448 yd | |
| Trios | 7 Richmond Road | 448 yd | |
| Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes | 8 Maendy Square Shops | 794 yd | |
| Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities | Cwmbran Adult Service, Avondale Way | 800 yd | |
| Nuffield Health | Wilcrick Place | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Constitutional Club | Pontnewydd Constitutional Club, Lowlands Road | 281 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 387 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 444 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 20 Commercial Street | 521 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Workingmens Club | Pontnewydd Workingmens Club & Institute, Chapel Street | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontnewydd Fish Bar | 4 New Street | 467 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House | 21 Commercial Street | 484 yd | |
| Saffron Kitchen | 6 Commercial Street | 521 yd | |
| China Palace | 2 Commercial Street | 521 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 4a Commercial Street | 521 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.