Bright Street is in Cross Keys, Newport and in Islwyn district. NP11 7PB is located in the Crosskeys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bright Street, Cross Keys, Newport, NP11 7PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 7PA, NP11 7PE, NP11 7PD, NP11 7PJ, NP11 7BS, NP11 7AT, NP11 7PL, NP11 7BT, NP11 7PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 7PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.3% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 30.9% | 38.2% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 43.6% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 15% | 10% | -5.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.1% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 37.1% | 44.3% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 30.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 14.1% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 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 | 34.3% | 18.3% | -16.0% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.4% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 20.7% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.6% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 26.1% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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 | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 97.2% | 95.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bright Street was 49.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.8% lower than the Crosskeys average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bright Street has the 4th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Crosskeys and the 185th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Bright Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-03-07 | £158,755 |
| 32 Bright Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-02-28 | £178,203 |
| 1 Bright Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-07-28 | £152,872 |
| 37 Bright Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-03-31 | £181,861 |
| 12 Bright Street, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-16 | £136,211 |
NP11 7PB 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 | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waunfawr Primary School Waunfawr Road , Crosskeys NP11 7PG | - not rated | 232 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmcarn Primary School Newport Road , Cwmcarn NP11 7LZ | - not rated | 1,758 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wyclif Independent Christian School Wyndham Street , CF83 8PU | - not rated | 2,963 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 3,025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwtch Cafe | Cross Keys Campus, Risca Road | 358 yd | |
| Rewild Play | Trinity Church, Trinity Hill, Gelli-Unig Place | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosskeys Rugby Football Club Bar | Cross Keys Rugby Football Club, Pandy Park Access Road | 120 yd | |
| Crosskeys Rugby Football Club Catering | Pandy View | 120 yd | |
| Red Triangle Snooker Club | Unit A, 26 High Street | 416 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosskeys Foodie Limited | Unit A, 50 Gladstone Street | 134 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 11 Risca Road | 166 yd | |
| New Crosskeys Chinese | 5 Risca Road | 166 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.