Broad View is in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 5JA 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 Broad View, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, NP44 5JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 5JB, NP44 5HX, NP44 5HU, NP44 5HT, NP44 5JF, NP44 5LD, NP44 5LJ, NP44 5LH, NP44 5SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP44 5JA is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 50.8% | 46.3% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 49.2% | 53.7% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP44 5JA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.6% | 59.1% | 14.5% | 37.9% | 21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.8% | 28.9% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -15.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 5.7% | -7.7% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 2.5% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (68.7%) 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 | 40.7% | 36.9% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 31.8% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 16.8% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 11.7% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 5JA this area, 30% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 30% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 8.1% | -12.3% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 21.9% | 6.0% | 13.4% | 8.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15.6% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 17.5% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 100% | 3.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.5% | 98.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 98.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.4% | 37.2% | 26.2% |
| Christian | 24.5% | 46.2% | -21.7% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad View was 75.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.9% lower than the Greenmeadow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broad View has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Greenmeadow and the 151st lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Broad View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-05-30 | £184,457 |
| 9 Broad View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £171,580 | 2022-11-29 | £173,107 |
| 17 Broad View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2019-05-03 | £172,279 |
| 5 Broad View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2013-02-25 | £105,336 |
| 21 Broad View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2013-01-04 | £176,939 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 396 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 693 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 1,376 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 1,652 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 229 yd | |
| Cwtch Cafe | Nant Bran, Upper Cwmbran Road | 620 yd | |
| Ellie's Cafe | Unit 22, Springvale Industrial Estate | 869 yd | |
| Victory Church | Victory Church, Greenforge Way | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Inn | The Queen, Upper Cwmbran Road | 827 yd | |
| The Bush Inn | Bush Inn, Graig Road | 832 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Bowls Club | Bowls Pavilion, Mount Pleasant Road | 942 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Golf Club | Maesgwyn Farm, Tranters Terrace | 1,015 yd | |
| Old Bridgend Inn | Old Bridgend Inn, Commercial Street | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Way Chippy | 4 Maendy Square Shops | 229 yd | |
| June's Fish Bar | Fish & Chip Shop, Leadon Court | 901 yd | |
| Yummies | Unit 101-103, Springvale Industrial Estate | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco's Express, Ty Gwyn Road | 1,065 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.