Old Market Street is in Usk and in Monmouth district. NP15 1AL is located in the Llanbadoc and Usk electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Market Street, Usk, NP15 1AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP15 1AR, NP15 1AD, NP15 1AN, NP15 1AU, NP15 1AE, NP15 1AS, NP15 1BA, NP15 1AJ, NP15 1AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP15 1AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 51.4% | 48.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 34.4% | 34.8% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 37.7% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 11.8% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 51.4% | 40.9% | -10.5% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 35.9% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 16.8% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.7% | 13.9% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 5.4% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 12.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 9.9% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 48% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 14.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98% | 94.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 90% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96% | 90% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 5.5% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 89.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Market Street was 153.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.9% higher than the Gobion Fawr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Market Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Gobion Fawr and the 28th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Old Market Street, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-07-01 | £303,824 |
| 6 Old Market Street, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2024-08-30 | £173,672 |
| 15 Old Market Street, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-10-17 | £345,349 |
| 4 Old Market Street, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2022-06-24 | £208,763 |
| 27 Old Market Street, Usk, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,240 | 2021-12-17 | £572,449 |
NP15 1AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP15 1AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usk C.V.. Primary School Monmouth Road , Usk NP15 1SE | - not rated | 682 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Tea Rooms | The Willows Garden Centre, Baron Street | 168 yd | |
| Little Dinos Role Play Centre Ltd | First Floor, 55 - 57a Bridge Street | 268 yd | |
| The Parlour | Unit 1B, The Cardiff Arms, 69 Bridge Street | 272 yd | |
| 57 Bridge Street | 57 Bridge Street | 272 yd | |
| Number 49 | 49 Bridge Street | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Club & Institute | Old Market Street | 1 yd | |
| Alfred Russel Wallace | 53 Bridge Street | 274 yd | |
| Usk Athletic Social Club | Mill Lane | 281 yd | |
| Cross Keys Inn | 24 Bridge Street | 286 yd | |
| The Mad Platter | 7-9 Bridge Street | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New China | 41 Bridge Street | 286 yd | |
| Usk Traditional Fish & Chips | 11a Castle Parade | 496 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.