Brierley Close is in Risca, Newport and in Newport district. NP11 6RE 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 Brierley Close, Risca, Newport, NP11 6RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 6RD, NP11 6RF, NP11 6RG, NP11 6RJ, NP11 6RP, NP11 6RB, NP11 6QW, NP11 6RH, NP11 6PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP11 6RE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 47.1% | 49.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 52.9% | 50.9% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 6RE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.4% 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 | 53.1% | 49.4% | -3.7% | 37.9% | 11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 30.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 15.9% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 45.5% | 40.7% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.4% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 15.4% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.1% | 19.9% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.2% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 10.8% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.8% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 31.3% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 98.4% | 91.5% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 90.7% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64% | 37.2% | 26.8% |
| Christian | 26.6% | 46.2% | -19.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brierley Close was 122.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.7% higher than the Risca East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brierley Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Risca East and the 151st highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 106.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Brierley Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-09-26 | £160,000 |
| 16 Brierley Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-05-09 | £301,883 |
| 19 Brierley Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-10-31 | £215,290 |
| 31 Brierley Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-10-30 | £175,908 |
| 4 Brierley Close, Newport, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-11 | £221,206 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 855 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 857 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 878 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 1,650 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 | 148 yd | |
| TLC Cafe | 76 Elm Drive | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Mill Terrace | 805 yd | |
| Pontymister Welfare Bowls Club | R/O, Springfield Road | 893 yd | |
| The Grove | The Grove, Commercial Street | 1,080 yd | |
| Pontymister Cricket Club | Pavilion, Pontymister Recreation Ground, Fields Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frydays | 271-273 Elm Drive | 255 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 | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 17.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.9% |
| 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 117.22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 117.22 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 25.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.