Channel View is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 5HU is located in the Upper Cwmbran electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Channel View, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 5HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 5JB, NP44 5HT, NP44 5HX, NP44 5JA, NP44 1HW, NP44 5JF, NP44 1LE, NP44 5LD, NP44 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 5HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 48.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 34.7% | 39.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 34.7% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 13.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 42.9% | 41.9% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 34.4% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 12.8% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 7.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 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.
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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.7% | 26.7% | -21.0% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 14.9% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 17.9% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 7.3% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 16% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 16% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.4% | 37.2% | 28.2% |
| Christian | 29.6% | 46.2% | -16.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Channel View was 202.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% higher than the Greenmeadow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Channel View has the 5th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Greenmeadow and the 42nd highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% 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 Channel View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-09-07 | £130,102 |
| 12 Channel View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2019-12-12 | £143,984 |
| 6 Channel View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2015-02-16 | £137,659 |
| 2 Channel View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2013-12-18 | £106,684 |
| 5 Channel View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2007-05-09 | £153,905 |
NP44 5HU 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 438 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 659 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,368 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Jnr. & Inf. School Caldicot Way , Pontrhydyrun NP44 1UF | - not rated | 1,797 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes | 8 Maendy Square Shops | 97 yd | |
| Cwtch Cafe | Nant Bran, Upper Cwmbran Road | 501 yd | |
| Ellie's Cafe | Unit 22, Springvale Industrial Estate | 935 yd | |
| Victory Church | Victory Church, Greenforge Way | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Inn | The Queen, Upper Cwmbran Road | 770 yd | |
| The Bush Inn | Bush Inn, Graig Road | 806 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Golf Club | Maesgwyn Farm, Tranters Terrace | 882 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 896 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Way Chippy | 4 Maendy Square Shops | 97 yd | |
| Yummies | Unit 101-103, Springvale Industrial Estate | 1,000 yd | |
| June's Fish Bar | Fish & Chip Shop, Leadon Court | 1,017 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.