Risca Road is in Rogerstone, Newport and in Newport district. NP10 9FZ 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 Risca Road, Rogerstone, Newport, NP10 9FZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP10 9GH, NP10 9GA, NP10 9GS, NP10 9JS, NP10 9GJ, NP10 9HF, NP10 9HG, NP10 9LT, NP10 9JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP10 9FZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 50.7% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 53.2% | 49.3% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 NP10 9FZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 20.4% | 26.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 59.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 52.5% | 46.7% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 34.9% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 14.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 15.6% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.1% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 7.5% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 45.3% | 11.6% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.1% | 91.1% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 94.6% | 93% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 93.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.7% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Risca Road was 19.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.5% lower than the Rogerstone East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Risca Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Rogerstone East and the 57th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Risca Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-11-18 | £245,553 |
| 20 Risca Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-11-08 | £284,454 |
| 82 Risca Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-11-01 | £122,777 |
| 108 Risca Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-10-22 | £397,482 |
| 26 Risca Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-04-28 | £387,944 |
NP10 9FZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NP10 9FZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 122 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary Ruskin Avenue , Rogerstone NP10 0AB | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogerstone Primary School Ebenezer Drive , Highcross Estate NP10 9YX | - not rated | 1,874 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 2,024 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 2,398 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Unit 1, Afon Ebbw Road | 835 yd | |
| The Glade Cafe | Welfare Grounds, Tregwilym Road | 910 yd | |
| The Nook (Rogerstone) | 4 St Johns Crescent, Rogerstone | 911 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd @ RF Brookes | R F Brookes, Azalea Road | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Golf Club | Great Oaks Park, Rogerstone | 468 yd | |
| The Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms, 157 Cefn Road | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 108 Cefn Road, Rogerstone | 812 yd | |
| Morrisons Petrol Station - Filling Station | Morrisons, Azalea Road | 996 yd | |
| Morrisons | Azalea Road, Rogerstone | 1,002 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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.