Thompson Avenue is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 4LW 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 Thompson Avenue, Newport, NP19 4LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 4LT, NP19 4QY, NP19 4LH, NP19 4LJ, NP19 4LL, NP19 4LX, NP19 4LR, NP19 4LU, NP19 4LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP19 4LW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.5% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.3% | 36.8% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 47.4% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43% | 41.4% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 15.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 22.8% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 12.6% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 16.7% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 9.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.2% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 22.8% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98% | 97.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.3% | 93.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thompson Avenue was 170.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% higher than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thompson Avenue has the 26th highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the 107th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 434.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 Thompson Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-07-29 | £256,011 |
| 146 Thompson Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-04-01 | £248,458 |
| 112 Thompson Avenue, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-02-02 | £190,960 |
| 148 Thompson Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2020-01-24 | £250,949 |
| 134 Thompson Avenue, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2018-11-30 | £243,573 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alway Primary Aberthaw Road , NP9 9QP | - not rated | 364 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Somerton Primary School Hawthorn Fosse , NP19 9AB | - not rated | 598 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 | 928 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Fairfax Road , NP19 0HR | - not rated | 969 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ringland Primary Dunstable Road , NP9 9LU | - not rated | 1,399 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 Perfect Coffee Lounge | 100 - 102 Somerton Road, Newport | 569 yd | |
| Restpoint Cafe | 282 Cromwell Road, Newport | 744 yd | |
| Nandos Chicken Land | Unit 21, Newport Retail Park | 861 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit 19B, Newport Retail Park | 934 yd | |
| Cafe @ Tesco Extra | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lliswerry And Nash Constitutional Club | Liswerry And Nash Constitutional Club, 5 - 7 Nash Road | 477 yd | |
| Man Of Steel | Pont Faen Road, Newport | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farries Fish Bar | Aberthaw Road, Newport | 341 yd | |
| Tamarind Express And Indian Snack Box | 3 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 559 yd | |
| The Fallows Fish Bar | 2 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 564 yd | |
| K Seto | 64 Somerton Road, Newport | 660 yd | |
| Kasim Takeaway | Unit 3, Aberthaw Rise | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | Co-Operative, Somerton Park Garage | 826 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores, Nash Road | 920 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 10, Newport Retail Park | 954 yd | |
| Tesco | Newport Retail Park, Spytty Road | 954 yd | |
| Tesco Filling Station | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 954 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.