Somerton Lane is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 0HZ is located in the Lliswerry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Somerton Lane, Newport, NP19 0HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 0HY, NP19 0JU, NP19 0JW, NP19 8JX, NP19 0JA, NP19 0HT, NP19 9AG, NP19 8JY, NP19 9AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP19 0HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP19 0HZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 44.1% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 33.7% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.4% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 45.3% | 45.8% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 28.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 18.4% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 7% | 5.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 27.2% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 13.6% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 18.9% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 16% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 87.1% | 75.7% | -11.4% | 81.4% | -5.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 85.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 85.5% | -9.8% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 6.2% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 85.1% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.3% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Muslim | 11.6% | 6.5% | 5.1% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Somerton Lane was 157.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.6% higher than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Somerton Lane has the 29th highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the 121st highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villa Somerton Lane, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2003-09-12 | £349,937 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Fairfax Road , NP19 0HR | - not rated | 204 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Catch22 Include Wales St Patrick's Rc Church Hall , Cromwell Road NP19 0HS | - not rated | 233 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Somerton Primary School Hawthorn Fosse , NP19 9AB | - not rated | 464 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eveswell Primary School Chepstow Road , NP19 8GX | - not rated | 886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alway Primary Aberthaw Road , NP9 9QP | - not rated | 956 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restpoint Cafe | 282 Cromwell Road, Newport | 181 yd | |
| Gibbo's | 143 Cromwell Road, Newport | 303 yd | |
| The Perfect Coffee Lounge | 100 - 102 Somerton Road, Newport | 477 yd | |
| Marenghi's Italian Coffee Shop | 434 Chepstow Road, Newport | 484 yd | |
| Oriental Garden Chinese Restaurant And Takeaway | 370 Chepstow Road, Newport | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Club | The Windsor Club, 154-156 Conway Road | 481 yd | |
| Lliswerry And Nash Constitutional Club | Liswerry And Nash Constitutional Club, 5 - 7 Nash Road | 740 yd | |
| Columba Club | 442 Corporation Road, Newport | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Seto | 64 Somerton Road, Newport | 296 yd | |
| MA Somerton Fish Bar | 26 Somerton Road, Newport | 384 yd | |
| Coriander | 2B Somerton Road, Newport | 475 yd | |
| Vegas Kebab | 430 Chepstow Road, Newport | 477 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 412 Chepstow Road, Newport | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | Co-Operative, Somerton Park Garage | 129 yd | |
| Morrisons | Orb Drive, Newport | 802 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.