High Street is in Abercarn, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 5GT 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 High Street, Abercarn, Newport, NP11 5GT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 4SB, NP11 5BW, NP11 4SF, NP11 4TE, NP11 4TD, NP11 4SE, NP11 5GX, NP11 4AA, NP11 5GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP11 5GT is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 47.8% | 46.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 52.2% | 53.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 38.8% | 36.3% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 34% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 14.9% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 10.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 (66.8%) 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 | 39.4% | 36.5% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 30.3% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 19.1% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 9.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 4.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 NP11 5GT this area, 34% 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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 34% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.4% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 10.2% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 14% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 22.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 96.5% | 97.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 114.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.5% higher than the Abercarn average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Abercarn and the 162nd highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magawell Ltd, 2A Victoria Buildings High Street, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-04-16 | £276,369 |
| 6 Victoria Buildings High Street, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-02-18 | £239,904 |
| 4 Victoria Buildings High Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2020-05-29 | £55,173 |
| 3A Victoria Buildings High Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2011-04-27 | £60,140 |
| 4 Victoria Buildings High Street, Newport, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2005-09-09 | £76,769 |
NP11 5GT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP11 5GT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y.G. Cwm Gwyddon Heol Gwyddon , Abercarn NP11 5GX | - not rated | 255 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercarn Primary School Chapel of Ease , Abercarn NP11 5LH | - not rated | 952 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmcarn Primary School Newport Road , Cwmcarn NP11 7LZ | - not rated | 1,634 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newbridge School Bridge Street , Newbridge NP11 5FR | - not rated | 2,125 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 2,821 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 | 23 yd | |
| Smurfit Kappa Staff Canteen | Prince Of Wales Industrial Est | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abercarn Workmen's Club | Abercarn Working Mens Club, Market Place | 98 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | The Square | 98 yd | |
| Abercarn Rugby Club | Abercarn Rugby Footbal Club, High Street | 179 yd | |
| Abercarn Constitutional Club | Abercarn Constitutional Club L, Bridge Street | 216 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Hotel, Dan-Y-Rhiw Terrace | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun | 29 Bridge Street | 59 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Commercial St | 194 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 | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 8.3% |
| 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.