Aster Close is in Risca, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 6HL is located in the Risca East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aster Close, Risca, Newport, NP11 6HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 6HJ, NP11 6PQ, NP11 6HN, NP11 6HW, NP11 6PL, NP11 6PS, NP11 6HY, NP11 6HZ, NP11 6QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 6HL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52% | 49.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP11 6HL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.3% | 43% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 34.5% | -10.3% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 9.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 44.7% | 42.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 27% | 34.3% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 16.4% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.9% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| 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 | 40.1% | 22.2% | -17.9% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 13.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 16.7% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 15.8% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 23.5% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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% | 97.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 96.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.8% | 37.2% | 23.6% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aster Close was 154.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% higher than the Risca East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Aster Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Risca East and the 96th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Aster Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-04-14 | £178,533 |
| 1 Aster Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-04-06 | £207,348 |
| 24 Aster Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2022-08-26 | £95,365 |
| 18 Aster Close, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2020-06-05 | £168,486 |
| 9 Aster Close, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-12-13 | £173,516 |
NP11 6HL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 151 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 778 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 1,831 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLC Cafe | 76 Elm Drive | 70 yd | |
| We Connect | 3 Park Chambers | 719 yd | |
| Bearhug Coffee | 33b Tredegar Street | 721 yd | |
| Benito's | 39-41 Tredegar Street | 732 yd | |
| Fusion Dance | Hall, Alexandra Buildings, Tredegar Street | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | Dixon's Place | 545 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Mill Terrace | 608 yd | |
| The Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Park Road | 611 yd | |
| Commercial Inn Public House | Commercial Street | 796 yd | |
| Risca Workingmens Branch Club | Gloucester House, 90 Commercial Street | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capanos Pizza Grill | 28 Tredegar Street | 703 yd | |
| Sarah's Salad and Baguette Bar | Shop Unit, Central Buildings, 33a Tredegar Street | 732 yd | |
| The Frydays | 271-273 Elm Drive | 746 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit B, 43 Tredegar Street | 773 yd | |
| Handi | Shop Unit, 74 Tredegar Street | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | Unit A, Risca Palace, 75 Tredegar Street | 782 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.