Islwyn Street is in Abercarn, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP1 4SR is located in the Abercarn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Islwyn Street, Abercarn, Newport, NP1 4SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 4SN, NP11 4SP, NP11 4SQ, NP11 4SR, NP11 4TG, NP11 4AP, NP11 4SX, NP11 4SH, NP11 4SS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP1 4SR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 36.6% | 40.3% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 43.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 36.1% | 52.5% | 16.4% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 28.9% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 13% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 5% | -5.9% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.1% | 23.2% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 11.6% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 17% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 16.4% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 24% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61% | 37.2% | 23.8% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Islwyn Street was 145.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.6% higher than the Abercarn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Islwyn Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Abercarn and the 112th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2010-02-22 | £110,065 |
| 7 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2002-08-21 | £107,492 |
| 7 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £26,950 | 2001-07-11 | £118,200 |
NP1 4SR 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 | 163 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y.G. Cwm Gwyddon Heol Gwyddon , Abercarn NP11 5GX | - not rated | 660 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercarn Primary School Chapel of Ease , Abercarn NP11 5LH | - not rated | 805 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newbridge School Bridge Street , Newbridge NP11 5FR | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cwmcarn Primary School Newport Road , Cwmcarn NP11 7LZ | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 2,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Circle Café | 1B - 2B Price's Row, High Street | 467 yd | |
| Smurfit Kappa Staff Canteen | Prince Of Wales Industrial Est | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | Crown Hotel, Dan-Y-Rhiw Terrace | 70 yd | |
| Abercarn Constitutional Club | Abercarn Constitutional Club L, Bridge Street | 274 yd | |
| Abercarn Rugby Club | Abercarn Rugby Footbal Club, High Street | 310 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | The Square | 450 yd | |
| Abercarn Workmen's Club | Abercarn Working Mens Club, Market Place | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun | 29 Bridge Street | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Commercial St | 517 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.