Blossom Close is in Langstone, Newport and in Newport district. NP18 2LT is located in the Bishton and Langstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blossom Close, Langstone, Newport, NP18 2LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP18 2QJ, NP18 2LU, NP18 2BN, NP18 2BL, NP18 2NY, NP18 2NZ, NP18 2LX, NP18 2NL, NP18 2NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP18 2LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.8% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.2% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 2LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 21.1% | 29.4% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 56.1% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 52.4% | 54.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 32.4% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 14% | 14.9% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 4.9% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 42.2% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 4.8% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.7% | 85.3% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 3.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 92.7% | 90.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 6.6% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 90.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 8.4% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blossom Close was 38.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% lower than the Bishton and Langstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blossom Close has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Bishton and Langstone and the 135th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Blossom Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2025-07-11 | £309,924 |
| 36 Blossom Close, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-06-26 | £370,823 |
| 9 Blossom Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-02-17 | £297,265 |
| 46 Blossom Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-09-06 | £252,656 |
| 46 Blossom Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,996 | 2024-05-10 | £289,704 |
NP18 2LT 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Education | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gabriel's R.C. Primary School Ringland Circle , NP19 9PQ | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanmartin Primary School Waltwood Road , Llanmartin NP18 2HB | - not rated | 2,114 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ringland Primary Dunstable Road , NP9 9LU | - not rated | 2,315 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Langstone Primary School Old Roman Road , Langstone NP18 2JU | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanwern High School Hartridge Farm Road , NP18 2YE | - not rated | 2,431 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coldra Beefeater Inn | Coldra Beefeater, Chepstow Road | 450 yd | |
| McDonalds | Chepstow Road, Newport | 452 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee Ty Newport Hotel, Chepstow Road | 517 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.