Watkins Walk is in Rogerstone, Newport and in Newport district. NP10 9HS is located in the Rogerstone East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watkins Walk, Rogerstone, Newport, NP10 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP10 9HT, NP10 9HR, NP10 9GW, NP10 9HU, NP10 9GU, NP10 9GT, NP10 9DL, NP10 9GY, NP10 9GZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP10 9HS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.2% | 50% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.8% | 50% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 40% | 36.2% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 37.6% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 12.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 9.2% | -2.2% | 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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 37.3% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 34% | 27.8% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 17.1% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 12.9% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 8.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 3.7% |
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.
In the area around NP10 9HS this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 32.3% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 9.7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16.6% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 18.9% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 92.6% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.8% 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% | 94.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 0.7% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 95.5% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watkins Walk was 59.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.6% higher than the Graig average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Watkins Walk has the 18th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Graig and the 215th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Watkins Walk, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £56,950 | 2002-04-19 | £199,031 |
NP10 9HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogerstone Primary School Ebenezer Drive , Highcross Estate NP10 9YX | - not rated | 149 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Cross Primary High Cross Drive , High Cross NP10 9AB | - not rated | 712 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary Ruskin Avenue , Rogerstone NP10 0AB | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bassaleg School Forge Lane , Bassaleg NP10 8NF | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 1,570 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamma Lina's Italian Restaurant | 68 Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone | 373 yd | |
| Davies Catering @ TT Electronics | Unit 1, Tregwilym Industrial Estate | 519 yd | |
| Newport Fugitives Athletic Club | High Cross Road, Rogerstone | 561 yd | |
| Two Simmering Pans | Foxhill Building, Road B | 684 yd | |
| Sparkle Snack Bar @ Serennu Children Centre | Sparkle, Serennu | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogerstone & Bassaleg Social Club | Rogerstone And Bassaleg Social Club, Tregwilym Road | 362 yd | |
| Rising Sun | Rising Sun Inn, 1 Cefn Road | 634 yd | |
| Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms Hotel, 2 - 4 Caerphilly Road | 960 yd | |
| Whiteheads Sports Club | Park View, Bassaleg | 1,025 yd | |
| The Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms, 157 Cefn Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Aroma / Anisa's India | 3 Shopping Centre, Thornbury Park | 105 yd | |
| China Town | 4 Shopping Centre, Thornbury Park | 131 yd | |
| Pie Corner | Pie Corner Fish Bar, High Cross Lane | 716 yd | |
| Village Fish Bar | 7 St Basils Stores, Laurel Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 116 Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone | 513 yd | |
| Co-operative Stores | Co-Op Filling Station, High Cross Road | 561 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.