General Rees Square is in Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 1XU is located in the Llantarnam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about General Rees Square, Cwmbran, NP44 1XU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 1AH, NP44 1PS, NP44 1PU, NP44 1PF, NP44 1XN, NP44 1NE, NP44 1PY, NP44 1NF, NP44 1QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP44 1XU is primarily male, with 61.1% of the population 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 | 32.2% | 38.9% | 6.7% | 51.0% | -12.1% |
| Male | 67.8% | 61.1% | -6.7% | 49.0% | 12.1% |
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 1XU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.6% 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 | 39% | 59.6% | 20.6% | 37.9% | 21.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 8.5% | 11% | 2.5% | 44.2% | -33.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 2.9% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 40.7% | 22.8% | -17.9% | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 2.2% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (56.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 19% | 25% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -23.4% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 31.3% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 24% | 23.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 16.5% | 15.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 11.3% |
| Very bad health | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 3.7% |
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 1XU this area, 32.4% 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 | 43.2% | 32.4% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 14% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 14.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 11.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 19.1% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 96.7% | 89.7% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 95.9% | 91.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 91.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0.7% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.6% | 76.7% | -21.1% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 38.9% | 13.5% | 25.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.6% | 37.2% | 23.4% |
| Christian | 28.2% | 46.2% | -18.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around General Rees Square was 7422.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 9569.8% higher than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
General Rees Square has the highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen . It is also in the top 100 most dangerous local areas in England and Wales.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2014.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Office General Rees Square, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £16,237 | 2017-05-30 | £22,150 |
NP44 1XU area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 444 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 | 723 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 987 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 1,039 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 | 1,251 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Unit 3, General Rees Square | 69 yd | |
| Mr Chippy | 4 General Rees Square | 69 yd | |
| Brown Bears Coffee House | 5 The Parade | 103 yd | |
| Boswells Cafe | Units 51-52 Gwent Square | 105 yd | |
| Treats N Play | 19-25 The Parade | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The John Fielding | 1 Caradoc Road | 164 yd | |
| Forgehammer Community Social Club CIC | Factory Unit 2, Greenhill Road | 457 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Workingmens Club | Pontnewydd Workingmens Club & Institute, Chapel Street | 593 yd | |
| The Halfway Hotel | Commercial Street | 762 yd | |
| Goode's Fitness | Oasis Fitness Club, Edlogan Way | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chans Noodle Bar | 3 General Rees Square | 69 yd | |
| Burger King | 23 North Walk | 127 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 3 Caradoc Road | 164 yd | |
| ASAGA Noodle Bar | 5 Gwent Square | 176 yd | |
| Maggies Takeaway | 5 Caradoc Road | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 27 North Walk | 127 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 130 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 241 yd | |
| Lidl | Woodside Road | 270 yd | |
| Aldi | 60 Woodside Road | 270 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.