Brynglas is in Hollybush, Cwmbran and in Torfaen district. NP44 7LH is located in the Two Locks electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torfaen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brynglas, Hollybush, Cwmbran, NP44 7LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP44 7LG, NP44 7LJ, NP44 7JE, NP44 7JF, NP44 7LL, NP44 7JD, NP44 7LP, NP44 7LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP44 7LH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 49.2% | 47.8% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.2% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 24.7% | 34.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 42.1% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.4% | -2.1% | 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 | 39.8% | 35.7% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 36.1% | 7.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 17.6% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 7.8% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 24.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 19.6% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 21.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 6.8% | 1.4% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 94.5% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.6% | 95.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brynglas was 85.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.5% higher than the Coed Eva average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brynglas has the 5th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Coed Eva and the 146th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Torfaen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Brynglas, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-05-30 | £219,355 |
| 49 Brynglas, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2023-05-12 | £239,753 |
| 74 Brynglas, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2023-01-27 | £237,660 |
| 47 Brynglas, Cwmbran, Torfaen Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2022-04-05 | £114,674 |
| 54 Brynglas, Cwmbran, Torfaen Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-12-09 | £170,203 |
NP44 7LH 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 7LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim Road Community Primary School Blenheim Road , St Dial's NP44 4SZ | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henllys C.I.W. Primary School Ty Canol Way , Cwmbran NP44 6JA | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran Henllys Way , St Dial's NP44 3NB | - not rated | 1,698 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantarnam Community Primary School Green Willows , Oakfield NP44 3DU | - not rated | 1,950 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenmeadow Primary School Ty Gwyn Way , Greenmeadow NP44 5YY | - not rated | 1,974 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blinkin Owl | The Blinkin Owl, Oxtens | 437 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 | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 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.