Barnets is in Greenmeadow, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 4UZ is located in the Greenmeadow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnets, Greenmeadow, Cwmbran, NP44 4UZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 4UX, NP44 4UY, NP44 4SJ, NP44 4ST, NP44 5HQ, NP44 5HR, NP44 4SQ, NP44 4SH, NP44 5HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 4UZ 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 | 53.6% | 49.2% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.4% | 50.8% | 4.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.2% | 38.6% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 46.2% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 10.2% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41% | 42.4% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 42.7% | 33.6% | -9.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 14.6% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 4UZ this area, 33.1% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.7% | 33.1% | 4.4% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 13.7% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.1% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 14.4% | -3.4% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.9% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.6% | 97.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.9% | 37.2% | 21.7% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnets was 209.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 172.5% higher than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnets has the 10th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the 39th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Barnets, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £161,750 | 2023-10-25 | £172,039 |
| 52 Barnets, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-06-06 | £147,673 |
| 45 Barnets, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-06 | £200,656 |
| 45 Barnets, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2021-03-23 | £144,490 |
| 78 Barnets, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-09-18 | £195,518 |
NP44 4UZ 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 331 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 857 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henllys C.I.W. Primary School Ty Canol Way , Cwmbran NP44 6JA | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 1,763 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Threepenny Bit Community Centre | Deer Brook | 308 yd | |
| Fairwater Leisure Centre | Fairwater Leisure Centre, Ty Gwyn Way | 421 yd | |
| Fairwater Cafe | 20 Fairwater Square | 797 yd | |
| Cheeky Monkeys | Cheeky Monkey's, Fairwater Way | 912 yd | |
| Tamarind Restaurant & Bar | Blenheim Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Social Club | St Josephs Social Club, Blenheim Road | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| June's Fish Bar | Fish & Chip Shop, Leadon Court | 730 yd | |
| Indian Delights | 14-16 Fairwater Square | 761 yd | |
| Fairwater Fish Bar | 15 Fairwater Square | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco's Express, Ty Gwyn Road | 353 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.