Herbert Avenue is in Risca, Newport and in Islwyn district. NP11 6JS 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 Herbert Avenue, Risca, Newport, NP11 6JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP10 9GF, NP11 6LT, NP11 6NQ, NP11 6JP, NP11 6JT, NP11 6JQ, NP10 9GG, NP11 6AD, NP11 6AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP11 6JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 52.4% | 49.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 26.9% | 35.4% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 41.7% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.5% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 7.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 34.1% | 39.4% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.8% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 16.7% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 35.2% | 19.3% | -15.9% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 21.4% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 8.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 12.5% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 26.6% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Herbert Avenue was 61.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.6% lower than the Risca East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Herbert Avenue has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Risca East and the 239th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Herbert Avenue, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-01-06 | £219,737 |
| 9 Herbert Avenue, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-11-29 | £226,583 |
| 2 Herbert Avenue, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2024-10-25 | £250,997 |
| 28 Herbert Avenue, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,260 | 2023-08-16 | £236,547 |
| 27 Herbert Avenue, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2022-11-09 | £241,585 |
NP11 6JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 730 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 928 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 1,281 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 1,885 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub @ Hub | 271 Elm Drive | 511 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd @ RF Brookes | R F Brookes, Azalea Road | 592 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 1, Afon Ebbw Road | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontymister Welfare Bowls Club | R/O, Springfield Road | 846 yd | |
| Pontymister Cricket Club | Pavilion, Pontymister Recreation Ground, Fields Road | 885 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Mill Terrace | 943 yd | |
| The Grove | The Grove, Commercial Street | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frydays | 271-273 Elm Drive | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Azalea Road, Rogerstone | 584 yd | |
| Morrisons Petrol Station - Filling Station | Morrisons, Azalea Road | 730 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.