Victoria Street is in Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 3YT is located in the Llantarnam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Victoria Street, Cwmbran, NP44 3YT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 3JX, NP44 3JP, NP44 3JU, NP44 3JW, NP44 3JZ, NP44 3LA, NP44 3BE, NP44 3JN, NP44 3JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 3YT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 50.3% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 44.4% | 49.7% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 30.7% | 34% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 34.4% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.8% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 18.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 12.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.6% | 36.2% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 25.6% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 19% | 20.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 15% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 11.0% |
| Very bad health | 7.8% | 3.1% | -4.7% | 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 | 32.2% | 24.4% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 8.8% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 16.4% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 14.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 23.7% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 6% | 8% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 5.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.1% | 94.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Street was 297.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 287.1% higher than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the 17th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 150.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pia Victoria Street, Cwmbran, Torfaen Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-09-20 | £156,621 |
NP44 3YT 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Angels R.C School Victoria Street , Cwmbran NP44 3JR | - not rated | 397 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 536 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantarnam Community Primary School Green Willows , Oakfield NP44 3DU | - not rated | 918 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanyrafon Primary School Llanyrafon Way , Llanyrafon NP44 8HW | - not rated | 999 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Croesyceiliog School Woodland Road , Croesyceiliog NP44 2YB | - not rated | 1,516 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lizzys Cafe Ltd | 58b Victoria Street | 266 yd | |
| Seasons Coffee House and Cakery | Cwmbran Christian Centre, Grange Industrial Estate | 388 yd | |
| Tommy's Cafe | Llantarnam Road | 391 yd | |
| Sharkbite Burgers | Grange Industrial Estate | 433 yd | |
| Claire and Debs Cafe | Unit 26, Court Road Industrial Estate | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redz Snooker Club | Redz Snooker Club, Oldbury Road | 104 yd | |
| Cwmbran Workingmens Band Club & Institute | Oldbury Road | 192 yd | |
| The Halfway Hotel | Commercial Street | 499 yd | |
| Cwmbran Celtic Sports Club | Lower House, Oak Street | 528 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | Wesley Street | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Guys | Sterling House, Oldbury Road | 104 yd | |
| The Shahinoor Tandoori | Unit 1, Central Trading Supplies Estate, Oldbury Road | 164 yd | |
| Family Kebab + BBQ House | 25-27 Victoria Street | 266 yd | |
| Jacks Grill | 13d Victoria Street | 377 yd | |
| Jade Garden Takeaway | 47 Llandowlais Street | 483 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Grange Road | 699 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland, 22 Monmouth Walk | 829 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s | J Sainsbury Plc, Llewellyn Road | 1,005 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10-12 Gwent Square | 1,022 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.