Mount Pleasant Road is in Risca, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 6BQ is located in the Risca East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2010-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount Pleasant Road, Risca, Newport, NP11 6BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 6QB, NP11 6PR, NP11 6QA, NP11 6PY, NP11 6PW, NP11 6PX, NP11 6QD, NP11 6PZ, NP11 6QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 6BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 26.3% | 29.1% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 48.4% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 10.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 10.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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% | 42.8% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 35.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 16.1% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.8% | 13.2% | -11.6% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 14.8% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.2% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.7% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 30.5% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant Road was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.5% lower than the Risca East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Pleasant Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Risca East and the 107th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hillside Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2023-03-29 | £195,088 |
| 10 Hillside Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2022-01-14 | £238,023 |
| 3 Hillside Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2020-08-18 | £37,899 |
| 2 Hillside Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2019-03-15 | £78,893 |
| 3 Hillside Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2019-03-15 | £78,893 |
NP11 6BQ 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 302 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 502 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 609 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 746 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 2,191 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bearhug Coffee | 33b Tredegar Street | 271 yd | |
| Benito's | 39-41 Tredegar Street | 287 yd | |
| Fusion Dance | Hall, Alexandra Buildings, Tredegar Street | 287 yd | |
| We Connect | 3 Park Chambers | 321 yd | |
| Tamarind | 11 Commercial Street | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Dixon's Place | 114 yd | |
| The Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Park Road | 124 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | 1 Dan Y Graig Road | 397 yd | |
| Risca Rugby Club | Risca Rugby Club, Tredegar Terrace | 406 yd | |
| Commercial Inn Public House | Commercial Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capanos Pizza Grill | 28 Tredegar Street | 251 yd | |
| Sarah's Salad and Baguette Bar | Shop Unit, Central Buildings, 33a Tredegar Street | 272 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit B, 43 Tredegar Street | 286 yd | |
| Risca Fish Bar | 63 Tredegar Street | 294 yd | |
| Handi | Shop Unit, 74 Tredegar Street | 294 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Unit A, Risca Palace, 75 Tredegar Street | 294 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Stores Ltd, Pontymister Industrial Estate | 910 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, South Court, Pontymister Industrial Estate | 911 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.