Willow Close is in Liswerry, Newport and in Newport district. NP19 4NQ 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 Willow Close, Liswerry, Newport, NP19 4NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 4NR, NP19 4NJ, NP19 4RN, NP19 4NP, NP19 4NT, NP19 4QA, NP19 4TB, NP19 4TD, NP19 4QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP19 4NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 NP19 4NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 26.5% | 30.8% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 51.1% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 44.1% | 36.9% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 38.3% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 15.9% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 NP19 4NQ this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 30% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.4% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 13.9% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 18.6% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.6% | 94.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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% | 95.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Close was 71.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.3% lower than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Close has the 44th lowest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the 248th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Willow Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,500 | 2025-04-25 | £188,285 |
| 3 Willow Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2024-01-12 | £248,413 |
| 2 Willow Close, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £1,600 | 2022-12-22 | £1,532 |
| 18 Willow Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2022-07-04 | £248,174 |
| 10 Willow Close, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £1,700 | 2022-06-17 | £1,686 |
NP19 4NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 NP19 4NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lliswerry High School Nash Road , NP19 4RP | - not rated | 796 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alway Primary Aberthaw Road , NP9 9QP | - not rated | 1,066 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 | 1,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Fairfax Road , NP19 0HR | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Somerton Primary School Hawthorn Fosse , NP19 9AB | - not rated | 1,200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Cycle Speedway Club | The Geraint Thomas, Wales National Velodrome | 416 yd | |
| Cafe @ Tesco Extra | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 619 yd | |
| Rowe's Cornish Bakers (Tesco Extra) | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 619 yd | |
| Funky Monkeys | Unit B At Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 619 yd | |
| Nandos Chicken Land | Unit 21, Newport Retail Park | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man Of Steel | Pont Faen Road, Newport | 352 yd | |
| Lliswerry And Nash Constitutional Club | Liswerry And Nash Constitutional Club, 5 - 7 Nash Road | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fallows Fish Bar | 2 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 244 yd | |
| Tamarind Express And Indian Snack Box | 3 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 275 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! @ Tesco | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 619 yd | |
| K Seto | 64 Somerton Road, Newport | 855 yd | |
| Burger King | Newport Retail Park, Seven Stiles Avenue | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores, Nash Road | 221 yd | |
| Tesco | Newport Retail Park, Spytty Road | 619 yd | |
| Tesco Filling Station | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 619 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 10, Newport Retail Park | 775 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 17 To 18, Newport Retail Park | 778 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 162.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.