Severn View is in Upper Cwmbran, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 5SU 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 Severn View, Upper Cwmbran, Cwmbran, NP44 5SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 5AE, NP44 5AF, NP44 5AN, NP44 5AB, NP44 5ST, NP44 5AD, NP44 5AG, NP44 5TQ, NP44 5AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 5SU 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 | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NP44 5SU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 22.6% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 58.7% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 8.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 9.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 47.8% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 32.6% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 21.5% | 16.2% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 18% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.6% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 32.4% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.9% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 98.4% | 97.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 98.1% | 97.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Severn View was 111.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% higher than the Pontnewydd average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Severn View has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pontnewydd and the 105th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 197.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Severn View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-02-08 | £311,890 |
| 9 Severn View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2013-07-02 | £283,977 |
| 11 Severn View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2009-09-25 | £335,059 |
| 11 Severn View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2004-03-26 | £342,408 |
| 9 Severn View, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2003-09-26 | £397,282 |
NP44 5SU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP44 5SU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 556 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontnewydd Primary School Bryncelyn Road , Pontnewydd NP44 1JW | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maendy Primary School Wayfield Crescent , Cwmbran NP44 1NH | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 2,431 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwtch Cafe | Nant Bran, Upper Cwmbran Road | 588 yd | |
| Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes | 8 Maendy Square Shops | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bush Inn | Bush Inn, Graig Road | 96 yd | |
| The Queen Inn | The Queen, Upper Cwmbran Road | 109 yd | |
| Pontnewydd Golf Club | Maesgwyn Farm, Tranters Terrace | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maendy Way Chippy | 4 Maendy Square Shops | 830 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 | 87.5% |
| 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.