Mill Street Close is in Usk and in Monmouthshire district. NP15 1AR 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 Mill Street Close, Usk, NP15 1AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP15 1AN, NP15 1AL, NP15 1AD, NP15 1AP, NP15 1AS, NP15 1AW, NP15 1AZ, NP15 1AY, NP15 1DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP15 1AR is primarily male, with 78.1% of the population 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 | 55.8% | 21.9% | -33.9% | 51.0% | -29.1% |
| Male | 44.2% | 78.1% | 33.9% | 49.0% | 29.1% |
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 NP15 1AR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% 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 | 19.9% | 49.1% | 29.2% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 22.2% | -28.9% | 44.2% | -22.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 19.8% | 9.6% | 9.1% | 10.7% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 5.2% | -11.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 46.7% | 35.2% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 36.3% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 21.7% | 7.5% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 5.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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 | 25.8% | 20.5% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 7.5% | 2.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 14.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 14.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 35.1% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 92.8% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.1% | 94.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Street Close was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.7% lower than the Gobion Fawr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Street Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Gobion Fawr and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Mill Street Close, Usk, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1997-09-26 | £391,206 |
NP15 1AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Other | 276 |
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usk C.V.. Primary School Monmouth Road , Usk NP15 1SE | - not rated | 746 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 | 158 yd | |
| The Parlour | Unit 1B, The Cardiff Arms, 69 Bridge Street | 364 yd | |
| Little Dinos Role Play Centre Ltd | First Floor, 55 - 57a Bridge Street | 368 yd | |
| 57 Bridge Street | 57 Bridge Street | 372 yd | |
| Number 49 | 49 Bridge Street | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Club & Institute | Old Market Street | 104 yd | |
| Usk Athletic Social Club | Mill Lane | 182 yd | |
| Alfred Russel Wallace | 53 Bridge Street | 375 yd | |
| Cross Keys Inn | 24 Bridge Street | 389 yd | |
| The Mad Platter | 7-9 Bridge Street | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New China | 41 Bridge Street | 389 yd | |
| Usk Traditional Fish & Chips | 11a Castle Parade | 585 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.