Well Close is in Chepstow and in Monmouthshire district. NP16 5RZ is located in the Bulwark and Thornwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Well Close, Chepstow, NP16 5RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 5SH, NP16 5SP, NP16 5TE, NP16 5RX, NP16 5RY, NP16 5TD, NP16 5TG, NP16 5TH, NP16 5TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP16 5RZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 53.4% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 46.6% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 33.3% | 31.3% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 46.5% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 13.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 53.9% | 51.3% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 10% | 12.7% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 14.8% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.7% | 13% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 17.8% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 19.6% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 29.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 94.6% | 90.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 90% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Well Close was 17.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% lower than the Bulwark and Thornwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Well Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bulwark and Thornwell and the 40th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Well Close, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-01-12 | £335,933 |
| 2 Well Close, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-02-12 | £326,345 |
| 2 Well Close, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-09-23 | £344,736 |
| 2 Well Close, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2017-04-28 | £324,363 |
| 6 Well Close, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2005-06-27 | £305,457 |
NP16 5RZ 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,107 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,554 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 | 2,233 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornwell Primary School Thornwell Road , Bulwark NP16 5NT | - not rated | 46 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pembroke Primary School Fairfield Road , Bulwark NP6 5JN | - not rated | 997 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,604 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,604 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mounton House Special School Pwllmeyric , Chepstow NP16 6LA | - not rated | 2,051 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fish Bar | The Old Farm Shopping Centre, 1 Denbigh Drive | 211 yd | |
| Nellies Cafe at Wye Valley Country Store | Unit 4 Beaufort Park | 349 yd | |
| Atalian | Unit 1, Newhouse Farm Industrial Estate | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornwell Football Club | Thornwell Pavilion | 237 yd | |
| Chepstow Rugby Football Club Ltd | Lower Western Avenue | 399 yd | |
| The Two Brewers Ltd | The Two Brewers, Thornwell Road | 412 yd | |
| Burnt Barn Community - Social Club | Burnt Barn Road | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, 51-55 Bulwark Road | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 2 Old Farm Shopping Centre | 224 yd | |
| Lidl Store | Bulwark Road | 988 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 | 66.7% |
| 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.