Park Road is in Risca, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 6BJ is located in the Risca West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Road, Risca, Newport, NP11 6BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 6AT, NP11 6BH, NP11 6QD, NP11 6AS, NP11 6BN, NP11 6AL, NP11 6QE, NP11 6BE, NP11 6QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP11 6BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.5% | 48.7% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 51.3% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 27.3% | 32% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 41.7% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12% | 14.9% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 8.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 34.8% | 48% | 13.2% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 28.9% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 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 | 29.3% | 17.9% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 17.5% | 6.8% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 18.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 24.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 5% | 6.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 98.9% | 93.9% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 32.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% lower than the Risca West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Risca West and the 113th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Presbytery, 3 Park Road, Newport, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1998-12-21 | £372,229 |
| 2 Park Road, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 1998-03-31 | £432,986 |
| 2 Park Road, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 1996-06-29 | £400,763 |
NP11 6BJ 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 6BJ 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 462 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 487 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 492 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 612 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 2,007 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarind | 11 Commercial Street | 297 yd | |
| Smokd @ the Commercial | Commercial Inn, Commercial Street | 307 yd | |
| Bengal Cymru | Risca House, Commercial Street | 322 yd | |
| The Coffee Mill | 127 Commercial Street | 322 yd | |
| Brew Coffee House | 143 Commercial Street | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Inn Public House | Commercial Street | 307 yd | |
| The Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Park Road | 314 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Dixon's Place | 384 yd | |
| Risca Rugby Club | Risca Rugby Club, Tredegar Terrace | 405 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Mill Terrace | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Eats | 29 Commercial Street | 297 yd | |
| Aspendos Risca | 31 Commercial Street | 298 yd | |
| Yummy Yummy | 74 Commercial Street | 307 yd | |
| Bayleaf Indian | 91 Commercial Street | 323 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 99 Commercial Street | 323 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Unit A, Risca Palace, 75 Tredegar Street | 415 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores Ltd, Pontymister Industrial Estate | 664 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, South Court, Pontymister Industrial Estate | 664 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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.