Fairwater Way is in Fairwater, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 4PS is located in the Fairwater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairwater Way, Fairwater, Cwmbran, NP44 4PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 4PZ, NP44 4PY, NP44 4DZ, NP44 4DF, NP44 4QF, NP44 4DY, NP44 4QG, NP44 4QH, NP44 4PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 4PS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.8% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47% | 48.2% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 29.4% | 35.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 42.7% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) 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 | 31.4% | 31.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -17.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 37.6% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 23% | 20.8% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 6.9% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
In the area around NP44 4PS this area, 30.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 30.3% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 11.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 13.5% | -7.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 15.6% | 9.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 17.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 99.6% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.2% | 98.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 98.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairwater Way was 57.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% lower than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairwater Way has the 17th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the 120th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Fairwater Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-07-28 | £192,159 |
| 24 Fairwater Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2022-08-25 | £160,945 |
| 2 Fairwater Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-06-25 | £175,459 |
| 2 Fairwater Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2020-11-30 | £93,865 |
| 30 Fairwater Way, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-08-04 | £154,079 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NP44 4PS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 391 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Henllys C.I.W. Primary School Ty Canol Way , Cwmbran NP44 6JA | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 1,305 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 | 1,704 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheeky Monkeys | Cheeky Monkey's, Fairwater Way | 21 yd | |
| Fairwater Cafe | 20 Fairwater Square | 347 yd | |
| Tamarind Restaurant & Bar | Blenheim Road | 433 yd | |
| Threepenny Bit Community Centre | Deer Brook | 589 yd | |
| Fairwater Leisure Centre | Fairwater Leisure Centre, Ty Gwyn Way | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Social Club | St Josephs Social Club, Blenheim Road | 627 yd | |
| Blinkin Owl | The Blinkin Owl, Oxtens | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Delights | 14-16 Fairwater Square | 335 yd | |
| Fairwater Fish Bar | 15 Fairwater Square | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco's Express, Ty Gwyn Road | 1,011 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.