Prospect Place is in Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 3NN is located in the St. Dials electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Prospect Place, Cwmbran, NP44 3NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 3NS, NP44 3NJ, NP44 3NZ, NP44 3LX, NP44 3NY, NP44 3AN, NP44 3NH, NP44 3NU, NP44 3LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 3NN 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 Prospect Place 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.
Prospect Place 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Prospect Place, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-04-26 | £173,400 |
| 8 Prospect Place, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2020-11-18 | £162,637 |
| 8 Prospect Place, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2019-05-22 | £162,024 |
| 5 Prospect Place, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2017-07-20 | £189,528 |
| 9 Prospect Place, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2017-04-10 | £162,056 |
NP44 3NN 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 | 252 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 | 428 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 963 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 1,520 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 | 86 yd | |
| Lizzys Cafe Ltd | 58b Victoria Street | 434 yd | |
| Costa at Next | Unit 4b, Cwmbran Retail Park | 591 yd | |
| Cafe Venetian | 1 Monmouth Walk | 611 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo | 18 Monmouth Walk | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmbran Celtic Sports Club | Lower House, Oak Street | 180 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | Wesley Street | 191 yd | |
| The Halfway Hotel | Commercial Street | 216 yd | |
| Cwmbran Workingmens Band Club & Institute | Oldbury Road | 509 yd | |
| Redz Snooker Club | Redz Snooker Club, Oldbury Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab King | 23B Commercial Street | 171 yd | |
| Zaffran Express | 23a Commercial Street | 200 yd | |
| Jacks Grill | 13d Victoria Street | 342 yd | |
| Family Kebab + BBQ House | 25-27 Victoria Street | 434 yd | |
| The Shahinoor Tandoori | Unit 1, Central Trading Supplies Estate, Oldbury Road | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 563 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland, 22 Monmouth Walk | 611 yd | |
| Lidl | Woodside Road | 771 yd | |
| Aldi | 60 Woodside Road | 771 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 780 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 | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.