Bridge Street is in Newbridge, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 5GH is located in the Newbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2007-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Newbridge, Newport, NP11 5GH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 5FL, NP11 4GN, NP11 5FS, NP11 5FQ, NP11 4GL, NP11 4GF, NP11 4FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP11 5GH has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.9% | 49% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.1% | 51% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 26.7% | 36.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 43.2% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.3% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 7.9% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 34.5% | 36.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 38.2% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 15.7% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.8% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 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 | 29.8% | 19.9% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 10.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 18.8% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.2% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 25.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 98% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.1% | 37.2% | 22.9% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 422.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 340.8% higher than the Newbridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bridge Street has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Newbridge and the 9th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 184.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 2 Newbridge Gateway Bridge Street, Newport, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2001-07-02 | £382,182 |
| Unit 2 Newbridge Gateway Bridge Street, Newport, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1996-06-07 | £307,725 |
NP11 5GH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge School Bridge Street , Newbridge NP11 5FR | - not rated | 248 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 942 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercarn Primary School Chapel of Ease , Abercarn NP11 5LH | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantside Primary School Old Pant Road , Pantside NP11 5DE | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 1,720 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 2, Newbridge Gateway, Bridge Street | 47 yd | |
| Terrace Cafe | 10 Victoria Terrace | 522 yd | |
| Sun Valley Amusements | Sun Valley Amusements, 25 High Street | 572 yd | |
| Celtic Catering at Axiom Manufacturing Ltd | Unit 1, Aiwa Technology Park | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Otter | The Otter, Unit 3 Newbridge Ga, Unit 3 Newbridge Ga | 47 yd | |
| Newbridge Cricket Club | Newbridge Welfare Ground, Bridge Street | 219 yd | |
| Newbridge Rugby Football Club | Newbridge Rugby Club, Newbridge Welfare Ground, Bridge Street | 317 yd | |
| Newbridge Hotel | Newbridge Hotel, High Street | 547 yd | |
| Newbridge Labour Club & Institute | Newbridge Labour Club, North Road | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conti Fish Bar | 1 High Street | 472 yd | |
| Marmaris Grill | 9 High Street | 472 yd | |
| Fortune Star | Shop, 1-2 Alexandra Place | 566 yd | |
| O'Yes Pizza | 1 The Circle | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | One Stop Food Store, High Street | 1,061 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.