Chepstow Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 8XP is located in the Beechwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chepstow Road, Newport, NP19 8XP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 8GH, NP19 8GE, NP19 8GF, NP19 8EL, NP19 8EG, NP19 8GL, NP19 8ET, NP19 8FF, NP19 8GJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP19 8XP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 47.3% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.9% | 52.7% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 31.4% | 35.9% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 41.8% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 9.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 37.3% | 44.5% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.2% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 16% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 7.1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 8XP this area, 32.4% 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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 32.4% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 11.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 22.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 14.6% | 18.7% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 16.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 81.2% | 74.1% | -7.1% | 81.4% | -7.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 83.9% 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 | 89.2% | 83.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.3% | 10% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 84.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 11.2% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 1.4% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23% | 37.2% | -14.2% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 20.5% | 6.5% | 14.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chepstow Road was 81.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.9% lower than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chepstow Road has the 49th lowest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the 248th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Chepstow Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £299,000 | 2008-01-18 | £468,418 |
NP19 8XP 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 8XP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Fairoak Avenue , NP19 8FW | - not rated | 253 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eveswell Primary School Chepstow Road , NP19 8GX | - not rated | 379 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairoak Nursery School Church Road , NP19 7EJ | - not rated | 539 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maindee C.P. School Rodney Road , NP19 0AP | - not rated | 884 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Fairfax Road , NP19 0HR | - not rated | 1,159 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Community Club | 149 Chepstow Road, Newport | 72 yd | |
| Soul & Vibe Caribbean Restaurant And Takeaway | 168 Chepstow Road, Newport | 92 yd | |
| Mamu's Chaii | 141 Chepstow Road, Newport | 96 yd | |
| Re D'oro Ristorante | 137 Chepstow Road, Newport | 110 yd | |
| Valentines | 123 - 125 Chepstow Road, Newport | 185 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Godfrey Morgan | The Godfrey Morgan, 158 Chepstow Road | 121 yd | |
| Out Out Bar & Grill | 129 Chepstow Road, Newport | 142 yd | |
| The Royal Albert Inn | Royal Albert Inn, 1 - 3 Albert Avenue | 172 yd | |
| Maindee Conservative Club | 26 - 28 Fairoak Terrace, Newport | 194 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 18 Crown Street, Newport | 213 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepino's | 172 Chepstow Road, Newport | 83 yd | |
| Little India | 162 Chepstow Road, Newport | 111 yd | |
| The Chippy | 154 Chepstow Road, Newport | 130 yd | |
| SEN BBQ | 146 Chepstow Road, Newport | 153 yd | |
| Mar's Kitchen | Royal Albert Inn, 1 - 3 Albert Avenue | 172 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 20 Caerleon Road, Newport | 778 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.