Alcove Wood is in Chepstow and in Monmouthshire district. NP16 6DT is located in the Mount Pleasant electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 2002-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alcove Wood, Chepstow, NP16 6DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 6DX, NP16 6DS, NP16 6DP, NP16 6DU, NP16 6AA, NP16 6DW, NP16 6DQ, NP16 6AB, NP16 6DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP16 6DT has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NP16 6DT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.2% 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 | 12.7% | 22.2% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 76.5% | 66.2% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 22.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 70.6% | 61.7% | -8.9% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 23% | 30.3% | 7.3% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 4.4% | 6.2% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -6.5% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 NP16 6DT this area, 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 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.6% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 20.5% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.4% | 49.6% | -7.8% | 33.8% | 15.8% |
| Other | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 95.9% | 96.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.6% | 76.7% | 18.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alcove Wood was 89.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% lower than the Chepstow Castle and Larkfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Alcove Wood has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Chepstow Castle and Larkfield and the 63rd highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 46.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Alcove Wood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £705,000 | 2024-08-21 | £706,393 |
| 5 Alcove Wood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2021-07-26 | £789,977 |
| 2 Alcove Wood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £399,950 | 2018-04-09 | £551,018 |
| 6 Alcove Wood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2017-07-25 | £577,457 |
| 5 Alcove Wood, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2016-01-29 | £762,055 |
NP16 6DT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NP16 6DT 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 student residents living in NP16 6DT area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| 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 | 2,406 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,789 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 | 2,566 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chepstow School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5LR | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mounton House Special School Pwllmeyric , Chepstow NP16 6LA | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Dell Primary School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5UQ | - not rated | 1,212 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chepstow Races and Events Limited | Chepstow Racecourse | 732 yd | |
| Chepstow Leisure Centre | Crossway Green | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chepstow Town Football Club | Larkfield Park, Newport Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 2, Larkfield Trade Park, Newport Road | 872 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 355 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 491.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.