Old Bulwark Road is in Bulwark, Chepstow and in Monmouthshire district. NP16 5JF 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 Old Bulwark Road, Bulwark, Chepstow, NP16 5JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 5JJ, NP16 5JS, NP16 5JD, NP16 5JZ, NP16 5JT, NP16 5BH, NP16 5JR, NP16 5LA, NP16 5LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP16 5JF has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 29.7% | 26.5% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 49.6% | 6.4% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.1% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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% | 40% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.8% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 18.4% | 8.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 23.1% | 19.8% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.4% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16.8% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 29.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 93.2% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 91.9% | 86.7% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 9.4% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 87% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.8% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Bulwark Road was 53.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.7% lower than the Bulwark and Thornwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Bulwark Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bulwark and Thornwell and the 121st highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13A Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2023-12-12 | £353,934 |
| 21A Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-01-26 | £243,930 |
| 6A Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-07-13 | £294,806 |
| 31A Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-11-18 | £216,250 |
| 13A Old Bulwark Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-05-16 | £359,962 |
NP16 5JF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,502 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,504 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 | 1,675 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pembroke Primary School Fairfield Road , Bulwark NP6 5JN | - not rated | 499 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Chepstow School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5LR | - not rated | 897 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Dell Primary School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5UQ | - not rated | 992 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O Yes Pizza | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 365 yd | |
| Efes BBQ Kebab | 3 Bulwark Shopping Centre | 365 yd | |
| New Garden | 36a Moor Street | 652 yd | |
| Coffee @ Upcycle | Unit 4 Station Yard Industrial Estate | 724 yd | |
| Whirlikidz | Unit 2, School Hill Trading Estate | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chepstow Athletic Club | Mathern Road | 143 yd | |
| Chepstow Town Football Club | Larkfield Park, Newport Road | 377 yd | |
| Chepstow Conservative Club | 10 Moor Street | 686 yd | |
| The Queens Head Micro Pub | 12 Moor Street | 707 yd | |
| Kings Head | Welsh Street | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chang Le | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 93 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2, Larkfield Trade Park, Newport Road | 346 yd | |
| Kibbys Fish Bar | 48A Bulwark Road | 365 yd | |
| Wonder Food | Unit 4, Eurohouse, Bulwark Road | 365 yd | |
| Eastern Flavas | 51 Bulwark Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Store | Bulwark Road | 475 yd | |
| Marks and Spencer | 5 Thomas Street Arcade, Thomas Street | 747 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Station Road | 851 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 | 67.9% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.91 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.