Islwyn Street is in Abercarn, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 4ST is located in the Abercarn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Islwyn Street, Abercarn, Newport, NP11 4ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 4SX, NP11 4TH, NP11 4SS, NP11 4SU, NP11 4SY, NP11 4SZ, NP11 4TB, NP11 4SR, NP11 4SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 4ST is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.8% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 29.7% | 39.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 35.6% | -14.8% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11% | 16.3% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 8.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.6% | 46.4% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 28.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 31.8% | 25.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 7.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15.3% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 28.4% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 99.3% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.5% | 37.2% | 24.3% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Islwyn Street was 62.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% lower than the Abercarn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Islwyn Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Abercarn and the 240th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2024-04-19 | £143,939 |
| 36 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2023-12-06 | £136,064 |
| 31 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-02-17 | £158,005 |
| 23 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-17 | £155,854 |
| 22 Islwyn Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-10-09 | £121,650 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercarn Primary School Chapel of Ease , Abercarn NP11 5LH | - not rated | 573 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G. Cwm Gwyddon Heol Gwyddon , Abercarn NP11 5GX | - not rated | 730 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newbridge School Bridge Street , Newbridge NP11 5FR | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 2,198 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmcarn Primary School Newport Road , Cwmcarn NP11 7LZ | - not rated | 2,268 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 | 625 yd | |
| Smurfit Kappa Staff Canteen | Prince Of Wales Industrial Est | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | Crown Hotel, Dan-Y-Rhiw Terrace | 301 yd | |
| Abercarn Rugby Club | Abercarn Rugby Footbal Club, High Street | 461 yd | |
| Abercarn Constitutional Club | Abercarn Constitutional Club L, Bridge Street | 465 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | The Square | 566 yd | |
| Abercarn Workmen's Club | Abercarn Working Mens Club, Market Place | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun | 29 Bridge Street | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Commercial St | 725 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.