Beaufort Square is in Chepstow and in Monmouthshire district. NP16 5EP is located in the Chepstow Castle and Larkfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beaufort Square, Chepstow, NP16 5EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 5XJ, NP16 5ER, NP16 5ET, NP16 5EU, NP16 5HT, NP16 5EW, NP16 5LQ, NP16 5EX, NP16 5LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP16 5EP is primarily male, with 55.1% 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 | 51.5% | 44.9% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 55.1% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
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 | 39.5% | 40.5% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 16.4% | 8.3% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -35.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 27.7% | 35.1% | 7.4% | 9.1% | 26.0% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 11.3% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 27.3% | 31.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -17.2% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 32.3% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 24.3% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 11.6% |
| Bad health | 12.4% | 9% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 NP16 5EP this area, 33.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 33.1% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 12.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 13.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 22.3% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 97.9% | 95.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beaufort Square was 274.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 298.9% higher than the Bulwark and Thornwell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beaufort Square has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bulwark and Thornwell and the 14th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Beaufort Square, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-08-24 | £488,956 |
| Flat 1 10 Beaufort Square, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2007-10-02 | £63,084 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NP16 5EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offa's Mead Academy Beachley Road , Sedbury NP16 7DT | 1out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,584 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre Beachley Road , Sedbury NP16 7AA | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dell Primary School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5UQ | - not rated | 222 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Chepstow School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5LR | - not rated | 249 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dean Close St John's Castleford Hill , Tutshill NP16 7LE | - not rated | 835 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ugly Mug Cafe | 9 Beaufort Square | 4 yd | |
| Coffee Addition | 7 Beaufort Square | 4 yd | |
| Sitar Balti | The Cellar | 4 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 23-25 High Street | 60 yd | |
| The Cwtch Cafe Ltd | Unit 3 & 5 Bell Chambers | 68 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitchers Sports Bar & Grill | 1st Floor | 1 yd | |
| The White Lion | Bank Street | 39 yd | |
| Five Alls Public House | Hocker Hill Street | 55 yd | |
| The Bellhanger | 9/10 St Marys Street | 112 yd | |
| The Red Lantern | The Red Lantern, Bank Street | 142 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 12 Fish & Chips | 12 Albion Square | 261 yd | |
| Chicken Hub | 29-30 Moor Street | 292 yd | |
| Green Chilli | 37 Moor Street | 351 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2, Larkfield Trade Park, Newport Road | 870 yd | |
| Chang Le | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Station Road | 260 yd | |
| Marks and Spencer | 5 Thomas Street Arcade, Thomas Street | 273 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Offas Mead Academy BEACHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 979 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 | 92.7% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.