Castle Mews is in Usk and in Monmouthshire district. NP15 1QW is located in the Llanbadoc and Usk electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Mews, Usk, NP15 1QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP15 1BT, NP15 1BZ, NP15 1SE, NP15 1BU, NP15 1BE, NP15 1GZ, NP15 1BN, NP15 1BW, NP15 1BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP15 1QW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.9% | 49.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP15 1QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.9% | 24.9% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 56.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 56% | 53.3% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 29.3% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.5% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around NP15 1QW this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 9.6% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 12.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.2% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 51.6% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.6% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.6% | 97.9% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Mews was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.9% lower than the Gobion Fawr average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Castle Mews has the 22nd highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Gobion Fawr and the 109th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Castle Mews, Usk, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2022-01-06 | £357,003 |
| 21 Castle Mews, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2021-11-19 | £386,516 |
| 22 Castle Mews, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-11-18 | £314,939 |
| 18 Castle Mews, Usk, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-07-05 | £253,533 |
| 1 Castle Mews, Usk, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-04-09 | £174,620 |
NP15 1QW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP15 1QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 106 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Inn | The Castle Inn, 7 Twyn Square | 218 yd | |
| Number 49 | 49 Bridge Street | 472 yd | |
| Essie Bun | 31 Bridge Street | 472 yd | |
| Fantastico | 61 Bridge Street | 472 yd | |
| Sprokwobbles | 22 Bridge Street | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nags Head Inn | Twyn Square | 218 yd | |
| The Mad Platter | 7-9 Bridge Street | 366 yd | |
| Cross Keys Inn | 24 Bridge Street | 472 yd | |
| Alfred Russel Wallace | 53 Bridge Street | 529 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club & Institute | Old Market Street | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usk Traditional Fish & Chips | 11a Castle Parade | 192 yd | |
| New China | 41 Bridge Street | 472 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 | 87.0% |
| 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 | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 137.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 137.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.07 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.