Commercial Street is in Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 3LR is located in the St. Dials electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Street, Cwmbran, NP44 3LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 3NE, NP44 3LS, NP44 3LT, NP44 3LX, NP44 3LY, NP44 3NZ, NP44 3NN, NP44 3JS, NP44 3NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 3LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.9% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.1% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 31.2% | 39.9% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 34.3% | -12.3% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 38.6% | 45.9% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 33.7% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.7% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 17.6% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 14.6% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 21.5% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 12.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 20.6% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 7.3% | 4.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 0.7% | -4.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.5% | 98.6% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 92.8% | 96.8% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.8% | 2.1% | -3.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 96.8% | 4.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.6% higher than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the 150th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway Hotel Commercial Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-05-16 | £298,423 |
| 1 Commercial Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-06-17 | £265,210 |
| 9 Commercial Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-02-01 | £235,650 |
| 1 Commercial Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-12-13 | £171,469 |
| 23 Commercial Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2008-04-17 | £149,386 |
NP44 3LR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 249 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 | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 1,130 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 1,350 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army | The Salvation Army, Wesley Street | 144 yd | |
| Lizzys Cafe Ltd | 58b Victoria Street | 282 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo | 18 Monmouth Walk | 519 yd | |
| Cafe Venetian | 1 Monmouth Walk | 522 yd | |
| Maggie's Cafe | Market Village Company, 34 The Mall | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Halfway Hotel | Commercial Street | 50 yd | |
| Cwmbran Celtic Sports Club | Lower House, Oak Street | 137 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | Wesley Street | 256 yd | |
| Cwmbran Workingmens Band Club & Institute | Oldbury Road | 373 yd | |
| Redz Snooker Club | Redz Snooker Club, Oldbury Road | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab King | 23B Commercial Street | 1 yd | |
| Zaffran Express | 23a Commercial Street | 29 yd | |
| Jacks Grill | 13d Victoria Street | 178 yd | |
| Family Kebab + BBQ House | 25-27 Victoria Street | 282 yd | |
| The Shahinoor Tandoori | Unit 1, Central Trading Supplies Estate, Oldbury Road | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Iceland, 22 Monmouth Walk | 522 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 555 yd | |
| Morrisons | Grange Road | 638 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 711 yd | |
| Lidl | Woodside Road | 789 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 | 81.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.