Heath Close is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 4TA 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 Heath Close, Newport, NP19 4TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 4TH, NP19 4PA, NP19 4NZ, NP19 4TB, NP19 4NW, NP19 4QT, NP19 4PB, NP19 4TD, NP19 4NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP19 4TA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.3% | 1.9% | 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 4TA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 85.8% | 17.5% | -68.3% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 10.8% | 58.3% | 47.5% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 1.1% | 8.7% | 7.6% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 2% | 12.6% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.5% | 41.4% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 25% | -11.6% | 33.6% | -8.6% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 22.4% | 15.0% | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 10.3% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around NP19 4TA this area, 32.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.5% | 32.4% | 23.9% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 12.7% | 8.2% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 13.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 5.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 53.5% | 9.8% | -43.7% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 25.5% | 13.9% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 7.5% | 0% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
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 | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 85.8% | 94.8% | 9.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.1% | 0% | -0.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 81.9% | 91.4% | 9.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.5% | 0.9% | -7.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.8% | 91.4% | 10.6% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 13.9% | 8.6% | -5.3% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heath Close was 3092.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2646.7% higher than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Heath Close has the highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 574.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Heath Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-10-17 | £165,000 |
| 3 Heath Close, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2021-02-15 | £251,473 |
| 1 Heath Close, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2018-07-23 | £279,316 |
| 5 Heath Close, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2018-03-19 | £236,127 |
| 2 Heath Close, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-10-13 | £278,175 |
NP19 4TA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP19 4TA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 59 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 32 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lliswerry High School Nash Road , NP19 4RP | - not rated | 886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alway Primary Aberthaw Road , NP9 9QP | - not rated | 979 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glan Llyn Primary School Bessemer Drive , NP19 4EB | - not rated | 1,079 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Somerton Primary School Hawthorn Fosse , NP19 9AB | - not rated | 1,296 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Casnewydd Hartridge Farm Road , NP18 2LN | - not rated | 1,338 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nandos Chicken Land | Unit 21, Newport Retail Park | 246 yd | |
| Cafe @ Tesco Extra | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 272 yd | |
| Rowe's Cornish Bakers (Tesco Extra) | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 272 yd | |
| Funky Monkeys | Unit B At Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 272 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit 19B, Newport Retail Park | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man Of Steel | Pont Faen Road, Newport | 194 yd | |
| Lliswerry And Nash Constitutional Club | Liswerry And Nash Constitutional Club, 5 - 7 Nash Road | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarind Express And Indian Snack Box | 3 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 197 yd | |
| The Fallows Fish Bar | 2 Fallowfield Drive, Newport | 219 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! @ Tesco | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 272 yd | |
| Burger King | Newport Retail Park, Seven Stiles Avenue | 530 yd | |
| Farries Fish Bar | Aberthaw Road, Newport | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Newport Retail Park, Spytty Road | 272 yd | |
| Tesco Filling Station | Tesco, Newport Retail Park | 272 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 10, Newport Retail Park | 387 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 17 To 18, Newport Retail Park | 390 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores, Nash Road | 417 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.