Birch Grove is in Rogerstone, Newport and in Newport district. NP10 9FR is located in the Rogerstone West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birch Grove, Rogerstone, Newport, NP10 9FR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP10 9FJ, NP10 9EX, NP10 9FA, NP10 9EE, NP10 9FU, NP10 9EY, NP10 9EU, NP10 9FY, NP10 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP10 9FR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 51.3% | 49.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 37.5% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 42% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 10.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 5.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 46.5% | 45.7% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 34.5% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.8% | 14.6% | -11.2% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 14.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 7.5% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 18.1% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 35.8% | 1.9% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.6% | 98.9% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 94.9% | 96.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birch Grove was 90.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% lower than the Rogerstone East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birch Grove has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Rogerstone East and the 226th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Birch Grove, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,995 | 2022-03-07 | £206,551 |
| 11 Birch Grove, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-06-29 | £193,405 |
| 3 Birch Grove, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2019-08-21 | £257,831 |
| 2 Birch Grove, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2018-08-24 | £181,558 |
| 8 Birch Grove, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2016-03-18 | £205,421 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Primary Ruskin Avenue , Rogerstone NP10 0AB | - not rated | 886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogerstone Primary School Ebenezer Drive , Highcross Estate NP10 9YX | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Cross Primary High Cross Drive , High Cross NP10 9AB | - not rated | 1,955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrepoeth C.P. School Bryn Hedydd , Cwm Cwddy Drive NP10 8JN | - not rated | 2,310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nook (Rogerstone) | 4 St Johns Crescent, Rogerstone | 422 yd | |
| The Glade Cafe | Welfare Grounds, Tregwilym Road | 506 yd | |
| Two Simmering Pans | Foxhill Building, Road B | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Golf Club | Great Oaks Park, Rogerstone | 242 yd | |
| The Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms, 157 Cefn Road | 438 yd | |
| Rising Sun | Rising Sun Inn, 1 Cefn Road | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 108 Cefn Road, Rogerstone | 291 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.