Church Close is in Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 2EJ is located in the Croesyceiliog electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Close, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 2DA, NP44 2DZ, NP44 2EL, NP44 2DU, NP44 2EQ, NP44 2EH, NP44 2EG, NP44 2ED, NP44 2LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 2EJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.5% | 49.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP44 2EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 28.9% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 51.8% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 12.4% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 5.2% | -9.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.1% | 44.7% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.7% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 17.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 25.7% | 16.3% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 15.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7.1% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 16.7% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 33.7% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 99.3% | 98.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 98.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Close was 70.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.9% higher than the Croesyceiliog average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Croesyceiliog and the 145th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Church Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-08-19 | £282,477 |
| 18 Church Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2024-03-18 | £194,908 |
| 4 Church Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-12-08 | £203,187 |
| 16 Church Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-01-28 | £204,000 |
| 18 Church Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-10-08 | £200,218 |
NP44 2EJ 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croesyceiliog School Woodland Road , Croesyceiliog NP44 2YB | - not rated | 595 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crownbridge Special Day School Turnpike Road , Croesyceiliog NP44 2BJ | - not rated | 700 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 | 863 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 1,182 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Connects Torfaen | St Mary's Church, St Marys Road | 104 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | GROUND FLOOR, NATIONAL HOUSE, 60-66 WARDOUR STREET | 229 yd | |
| Caffi'r Goron | Crownbridge School, Turnpike Road | 663 yd | |
| Aramark @ CG Torfaen Coffee Shop | Torfaen Learning Zone, St Davids Road | 758 yd | |
| Nuffield Health | Wilcrick Place | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Road Sports & Social Club | Woodland Road | 104 yd | |
| The Olive Tree | Edlogan Way | 360 yd | |
| Goode's Fitness | Oasis Fitness Club, Edlogan Way | 360 yd | |
| Croesyceiliog Cricket & Rugby Club | Croesyceiliog Cricket & Rugby Club, The Highway | 571 yd | |
| Upper Cock Inn | Upper Cock Inn, The Highway | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valentine's Coffee Shop | Kiosk at Cwmbran Train Station, Somerset Road | 602 yd | |
| The Curry Kitchen | 9 Edlogan Square | 648 yd | |
| Luke Cantonese Takeaway Limited | 7 Edlogan Square | 648 yd | |
| Perfect BBQ | 11 Edlogan Square | 648 yd | |
| Maggies Takeaway | 5 Caradoc Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co Operative Food, 26-28 North Road | 315 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 27 North Walk | 1,005 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 1,060 yd | |
| Morrisons | Grange Road | 1,067 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.