Heather Court is in Ty Canol, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 6JQ is located in the Fairwater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heather Court, Ty Canol, Cwmbran, NP44 6JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 6JR, NP44 6JS, NP44 6JY, NP44 6LB, NP44 6JD, NP44 6JT, NP44 6JL, NP44 6JP, NP44 6HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP44 6JQ 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.
In the immediate area around NP44 6JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 43.3% | 47% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 33.1% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57% | 47.6% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 37.8% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 10.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 13% | 10.2% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 11.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.7% | 15.7% | -9.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.6% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 20.8% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 31.4% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
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 | 96.2% | 98.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 95.5% | 98.6% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 39.5% | 46.2% | -6.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heather Court was 34.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heather Court has the 10th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Fairwater and the 54th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Heather Court, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-09-12 | £280,000 |
| 18 Heather Court, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2025-04-17 | £225,080 |
| 122 Heather Court, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-06-10 | £269,746 |
| 101 Heather Court, Cwmbran, Torfaen Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-10-13 | £167,174 |
| 113 Heather Court, Cwmbran, Torfaen Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2022-12-15 | £289,220 |
NP44 6JQ 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henllys C.I.W. Primary School Ty Canol Way , Cwmbran NP44 6JA | - not rated | 279 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 929 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Thornhill Road , Upper Cwmbran NP44 5UA | - not rated | 2,477 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 2,560 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairwater Leisure Centre | Fairwater Leisure Centre, Ty Gwyn Way | 836 yd | |
| Fairwater Cafe | 20 Fairwater Square | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwrt Henllys | Cwrt Henllys, Henllys Village Road | 711 yd | |
| Dorallt Inn | Dorallt Inn, Henllys Village Road | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Delights | 14-16 Fairwater Square | 930 yd | |
| Fairwater Fish Bar | 15 Fairwater Square | 930 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.