Sunnyside Cottages is in Woodcroft, Chepstow and in Forest Of Dean district. NP16 7JA is located in the Tidenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Forest of Dean. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sunnyside Cottages, Woodcroft, Chepstow, NP16 7JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP6 7HY, NP16 7HZ, NP16 7HY, NP16 7QE, NP16 7QH, NP16 7HX, NP16 7JP, NP16 7PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP16 7JA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 48.6% | 47.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 7JA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.2% 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 | 20.3% | 19% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 71.2% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 27.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 4.4% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) 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 | 52.8% | 57.9% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 9.5% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 29.3% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 11.7% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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 7JA this area, 8.4% 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 61.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 8.4% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 3.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 8% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.5% | 61.1% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 27.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.1% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 93.7% 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% | 93.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 93.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunnyside Cottages was 43.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.6% higher than the St. Briavels average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sunnyside Cottages has the 13th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in St. Briavels and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in Forest of Dean .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sunnyside Cottages, Chepstow, Gloucestershire Other, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-01-11 | £328,970 |
| 1 Sunnyside Cottages, Chepstow, Gloucestershire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2003-09-15 | £528,441 |
NP16 7JA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 7JA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP16 7JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Offa's Mead Academy Beachley Road , Sedbury NP16 7DT | 1out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,277 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Close St John's Castleford Hill , Tutshill NP16 7LE | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dell Primary School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5UQ | - not rated | 2,426 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Chepstow School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5LR | - not rated | 2,527 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 3,136 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 3,136 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rising Sun Pub | The Rising Sun, Coleford Road | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tidenham Recreation Ground WOODLAND VIEW WOODLAND VIEW COLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.