Gainsborough Close is in Llantarnam, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 3BX 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 Gainsborough Close, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, NP44 3BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 3DE, NP44 3DA, NP44 3DF, NP44 3DB, NP44 3BU, NP44 3EA, NP44 3BH, NP44 3DT, NP44 3DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 3BX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 51.8% | 49.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50.8% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 3BX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 36.5% | 44.2% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 30.4% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -13.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 41.4% | 36.9% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 34.4% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 20.3% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 33.3% | 27.7% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 13.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 8.1% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.1% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 25.4% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 5% | 3.5% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.8% | 91.3% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 88.5% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.6% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 88.8% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gainsborough Close was 50.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the Llanfrechfa and Ponthir average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gainsborough Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Llanfrechfa and Ponthir and the 99th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Gainsborough Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2022-04-29 | £153,008 |
| 17 Gainsborough Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £700 | 2020-03-13 | £841 |
| 17 Gainsborough Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2018-05-04 | £168,305 |
| 12 Gainsborough Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2017-09-01 | £199,309 |
| 12 Gainsborough Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2016-09-16 | £189,033 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llantarnam Community Primary School Green Willows , Oakfield NP44 3DU | - not rated | 209 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 1,396 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 | 1,481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rougemont School Llantarnam Hall , Malpas Road NP20 6QB | - not rated | 2,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh Crumbs | Unit 19, John Baker Close | 574 yd | |
| Atalian Servest Food Co Limited | Burtons Gold Medal Biscuits Ltd, Newport Road | 615 yd | |
| Claire and Debs Cafe | Unit 26, Court Road Industrial Estate | 646 yd | |
| BaxterStorey | Premiumstar Ltd / We Fight Any Claim at Tintern House, William Brown Close | 760 yd | |
| Tommy's Cafe | Llantarnam Road | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Hotel | Greenwillows | 239 yd | |
| The Greenhouse | Newport Road | 884 yd | |
| Crows Nest | Crows Nest, Llangorse Road | 1,043 yd | |
| Redz Snooker Club | Redz Snooker Club, Oldbury Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Chinese Takeaway | 3 The Shops, Croeswen | 296 yd | |
| Curry Box | 313 Llantarnam Road | 446 yd | |
| BBQ & Pizza World | Unit 25, John Baker Close | 574 yd | |
| Pizza Dough | Unit 31, John Baker Close | 574 yd | |
| Pizza Parlour Cwmbran | Unit 6, Lakeside Park | 775 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 | 27.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 49.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.