NP18 1JQ is in Catsash, Newport and Newport district. NP18 1JQ is located in the Caerleon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Catsash, Newport, NP18 1JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP18 1JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NP18 1JQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% 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 | 35.3% | 22% | -13.3% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 62.7% | 12.7% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 39.4% | 54.5% | 15.1% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 26.4% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 14.9% | -8.2% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 26.3% | 19.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 5.8% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.1% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 39.8% | 11.2% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.4% | 95.6% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.4% | 95.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 94.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.6% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NP18 1JQ was 73.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.8% lower than the Caerleon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
NP18 1JQ has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Caerleon and the 254th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garthside, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2025-03-28 | £479,105 |
| Coles Cottage, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2023-06-12 | £647,147 |
| Catsash Gardens, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2023-03-09 | £769,637 |
| St. Curig, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £890,000 | 2021-09-09 | £1,028,243 |
| Spring Cottage, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-01-08 | £557,453 |
NP18 1JQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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.
NP18 1JQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 NP18 1JQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langstone Primary School Old Roman Road , Langstone NP18 2JU | - not rated | 1,513 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanmartin Primary School Waltwood Road , Llanmartin NP18 2HB | - not rated | 2,623 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gabriel's R.C. Primary School Ringland Circle , NP19 9PQ | - not rated | 3,156 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ringland Primary Dunstable Road , NP9 9LU | - not rated | 3,548 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caerleon Comprehensive School Cold Bath Road , Caerleon NP18 1NF | - not rated | 3,574 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 31.8% |
| 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 | 4.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 68.2% |
| Median download speed | 23.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.