Durham Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 7DS is located in the St Julians electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durham Road, Newport, NP19 7DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 7DX, NP19 7DY, NP19 7DT, NP19 7DN, NP19 7HA, NP19 7DP, NP19 7DG, NP19 7DL, NP19 7DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP19 7DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.1% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.9% | 0.4% | 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 7DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 40.2% | 42.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 41.9% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 7.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.9% | 46.6% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 38.1% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 10.1% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 23.6% | 17% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 10.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19.5% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 25.3% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 5.2% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 92.6% | 87.9% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 91.4% | 92.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 92.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 7.8% | 6.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durham Road was 98.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.8% lower than the St Julians average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durham Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Julians and the 208th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 63.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Durham Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2025-08-20 | £182,742 |
| 55 Durham Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2025-04-17 | £182,958 |
| 80 Durham Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-04-19 | £163,862 |
| 76 Durham Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-10-06 | £181,053 |
| 92 Durham Road, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-04-13 | £252,933 |
NP19 7DS 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 | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Julian's School Heather Road , St Julian's NP9 7XU | - not rated | 614 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairoak Nursery School Church Road , NP19 7EJ | - not rated | 726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Fairoak Avenue , NP19 8FW | - not rated | 845 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crindau Junior & Infant School Ailesbury Street , NP20 5ND | - not rated | 918 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maindee C.P. School Rodney Road , NP19 0AP | - not rated | 1,324 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregory's Coffee House | 195 Caerleon Road, Newport | 108 yd | |
| Lite Bites | 155 Caerleon Road, Newport | 216 yd | |
| Pasha | 2 Constance Street, Newport | 267 yd | |
| Fratelli | 131 Caerleon Road, Newport | 322 yd | |
| Galaxy Coffee | 117 Caerleon Road, Newport | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Julians Conservative Club | 37 - 39 Durham Road, Newport | 135 yd | |
| The Victoria Inn | 179 Caerleon Road, Newport | 137 yd | |
| Dean Street Social Club | 1A Dean Street, Newport | 554 yd | |
| St Julians HSOB Rugby Club | St Julians (H S O B) R F C, Glebelands Stadium | 693 yd | |
| Oddfellows Arms | 137 Duckpool Road, Newport | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House | 42 Durham Road, Newport | 85 yd | |
| Papas Pizza | 205 Caerleon Road, Newport | 98 yd | |
| Jungle Peri Peri | 203 Caerleon Road, Newport | 101 yd | |
| Spicy Aroma Balti | 191 Caerleon Road, Newport | 108 yd | |
| Alonzi And Sons | 171 Caerleon Road, Newport | 168 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 20 Caerleon Road, Newport | 613 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Albany Street | 991 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 | 194.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.