Brynhyfryd is in Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 2LX 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 Brynhyfryd, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 2NB, NP44 2NS, NP44 2NQ, NP44 2LN, NP44 2LR, NP44 2NU, NP44 2HA, NP44 2HE, NP44 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 2LX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.6% | 49.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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% | 35.2% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 47.8% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 7.1% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 7.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 35.8% | 41.3% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 36.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 13.5% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 32.8% | 21% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12.7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 18.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 26.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.5% | 94.3% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 97.5% | 93% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 92.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brynhyfryd was 22.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% lower than the Croesyceiliog average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brynhyfryd has the 9th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Croesyceiliog and the 35th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128 Brynhyfryd, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-01-18 | £180,408 |
| 130 Brynhyfryd, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2019-01-11 | £215,102 |
| 136 Brynhyfryd, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2008-10-24 | £233,285 |
| 132 Brynhyfryd, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2006-06-30 | £215,015 |
| 132 Brynhyfryd, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2001-12-13 | £225,605 |
NP44 2LX 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St David's R.C. Jnr. & Inf. School Caldicot Way , Pontrhydyrun NP44 1UF | - not rated | 789 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Croesyceiliog School Woodland Road , Croesyceiliog NP44 2YB | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crownbridge Special Day School Turnpike Road , Croesyceiliog NP44 2BJ | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 1,677 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Coffee Company | GROUND FLOOR, NATIONAL HOUSE, 60-66 WARDOUR STREET | 368 yd | |
| Age Connects Torfaen | St Mary's Church, St Marys Road | 462 yd | |
| Sunnydale Garden Centre | Treherbert Road | 829 yd | |
| Nuffield Health | Wilcrick Place | 943 yd | |
| Caffi'r Goron | Crownbridge School, Turnpike Road | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croesyceiliog Cricket & Rugby Club | Croesyceiliog Cricket & Rugby Club, The Highway | 167 yd | |
| Upper Cock Inn | Upper Cock Inn, The Highway | 202 yd | |
| The Six in Hand | Six In Hand, Edlogan Square | 305 yd | |
| Woodland Road Sports & Social Club | Woodland Road | 645 yd | |
| Greenmeadow Golf and Country Club | Treherbert Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Curry Kitchen | 9 Edlogan Square | 305 yd | |
| Luke Cantonese Takeaway Limited | 7 Edlogan Square | 305 yd | |
| Perfect BBQ | 11 Edlogan Square | 305 yd | |
| Valentine's Coffee Shop | Kiosk at Cwmbran Train Station, Somerset Road | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co Operative Food, 26-28 North Road | 459 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.