Islwyn Road is in Wattsville, Newport and in Islwyn district. NP11 7QL is located in the Ynysddu electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Islwyn Road, Wattsville, Newport, NP11 7QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 7QJ, NP11 7QN, NP11 7QR, NP11 7QH, NP11 7QQ, NP11 7QP, NP11 7QG, NP11 7QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 7QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 35.1% | 40% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 45.7% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 7.3% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 46.8% | 44.8% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 36.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 12.6% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.4% | 18.3% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 9.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 18.6% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 20.3% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 25.9% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 97.2% | 94.2% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Islwyn Road was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Crosskeys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Islwyn Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Crosskeys and the 139th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Islwyn Road, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-05-22 | £145,078 |
| 133 Islwyn Road, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2024-08-01 | £153,907 |
| 147 Islwyn Road, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2023-06-23 | £162,273 |
| 139 Islwyn Road, Newport, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2021-10-22 | £64,820 |
| First Floor Flat 139 Islwyn Road, Newport, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2021-10-22 | £61,467 |
NP11 7QL 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waunfawr Primary School Waunfawr Road , Crosskeys NP11 7PG | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmfelinfach Primary School King Street , Cwmfelinfach NP11 7HL | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wyclif Independent Christian School Wyndham Street , CF83 8PU | - not rated | 2,436 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Machen Primary School Commercial Road , Machen CF83 8NA | - not rated | 2,554 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmcarn Primary School Newport Road , Cwmcarn NP11 7LZ | - not rated | 2,653 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wattsville National Club & Institute | 116-118 Islwyn Road | 40 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 | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.