Wolseley Street is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 2HP is located in the Pillgwenlly electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wolseley Street, Newport, NP20 2HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 2HX, NP20 2HY, NP20 2HL, NP20 2JG, NP20 2JH, NP20 2JF, NP20 2JT, NP20 2HR, NP20 2JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 2HP 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 | 48.1% | 50.3% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.7% | -2.2% | 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 area around NP20 2HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% 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 | 44.9% | 43.9% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.5% | 41.3% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 8.3% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 43.3% | 48.7% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31.1% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 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 NP20 2HP this area, 34.6% 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 34.6% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.8% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 17.7% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 11.5% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 18.5% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 8.6% | 4.2% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.8% 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 | 4.6% | 12.7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 11.6% |
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 8.7% | 12.4% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 9.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 63.6% | 55.8% | -7.8% | 81.4% | -25.6% |
| Arab | 5.1% | 2.3% | -2.8% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 75.9% 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 | 81.9% | 75.9% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.2% | 13.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | 8.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.9% | 75.7% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 17.1% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.9% | 2% | -6.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 30.6% | 6.5% | 24.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wolseley Street was 383.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.7% higher than the Pillgwenlly average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Wolseley Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Pillgwenlly and the 20th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Wolseley Street, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2024-03-28 | £167,193 |
| 33 Wolseley Street, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £178,500 | 2023-07-26 | £182,081 |
| 38 Wolseley Street, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-10 | £164,530 |
| 48 Wolseley Street, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-12-15 | £128,100 |
| 33 Wolseley Street, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2021-02-12 | £152,968 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Other | 23 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 27 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School Baldwin Close , NP20 2LW | - not rated | 357 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pillgwenlly C.P. School Capel Crescent , NP20 2FT | - not rated | 750 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sporting Chance Unit 2 , Usk Way Industrial Estate NP20 2HZ | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Maesglas C.P. School Maesglas Road , NP20 3DG | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Woolos Primary School Stow Hill , NP20 4DW | - not rated | 1,653 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhouse Health Club | 23 - 24 Church Street, Newport | 654 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 1, Newport West Food Park | 690 yd | |
| KFC | 28 East Retail Park, Docks Way | 721 yd | |
| Community Coffee Shop | Alexandra Inn, 89 Commercial Road | 735 yd | |
| Santini's @ Newport City Truck Stop | Venta House, 9A Port Road | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Docks Conservative Club | Dock Conservative Club, Pottery Terrace | 271 yd | |
| Royal Oak Public House | Royal Oak, 2 Jeddo Street | 538 yd | |
| Newport Corinthians Football Club | Newport Corinthians FC, Coronation Park | 694 yd | |
| Pill Harriers Social Club | Belle Vue Terrace, Newport | 829 yd | |
| The Church House Inn | Church House Inn, 14 Portland Street | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loopy Lou's Pit Stop | 101 Alexandra Road, Newport | 107 yd | |
| Chun Ho | 46 Alexandra Road, Newport | 234 yd | |
| Food By Channelle Queen Of Burgers | Unit 1, Mill Parade | 413 yd | |
| Chip Stop | 121 Commercial Road, Newport | 651 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Unit 2, Newport West Food Park | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Bargains | Unit 1A, 28 East Retail Park | 721 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 2, 28 East Retail Park | 936 yd | |
| The Range | Unit 1, 28 East Retail Park | 936 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 | 127.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.