Gaer Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 3GX is located in the Gaer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gaer Road, Newport, NP20 3GX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 3GW, NP20 3ET, NP20 3HY, NP9 3FQ, NP20 3HX, NP20 3GU, NP20 3NL, NP20 3NN, NP20 3JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP20 3GX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% | 53.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 43.8% | 46.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 22.8% | 31.7% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 43.6% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 14.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 20.3% | 7.8% | -12.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 36.7% | 35.9% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 32% | 37.5% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 16.3% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 8.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 3GX this area, 30.3% 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 30.3% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.1% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 19.5% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 19.9% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 4.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.6% | 86.5% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.7% | 90.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 91.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gaer Road was 94.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.9% higher than the Gaer average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Gaer Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Gaer and the 86th highest crime rate of 506 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Gaer Road, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-08-25 | £104,360 |
| Gaer Medical Centre, 71 Gaer Road, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2021-09-27 | £275,444 |
| Gaer Medical Centre, 71 Gaer Road, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £8,000 | 2021-09-27 | £8,541 |
| Hillside Resource Centre Gaer Road, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-11-01 | £144,147 |
| 83 Gaer Road, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-10-14 | £103,630 |
NP20 3GX 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 NP20 3GX 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaer Infant School Melfort Road , Newport NP9 3FP | - not rated | 215 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gaer Junior School Gaer Road , Newport NP9 3GY | - not rated | 222 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 797 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Junior & Infants School Park Crescent , NP20 3AQ | - not rated | 1,088 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trinity House C/O Trinity Methodist Church , Glasllwch Lane NP20 3PU | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touch Of Spice | 113 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 182 yd | |
| That Cafe | 10A Risca Road, Newport | 865 yd | |
| McDonalds | Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 1,062 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining | 5 - 6 Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaer Inn Newport | Gaer Inn, 37 Gaer Road | 316 yd | |
| The Handpost Hotel | The Hand Post, 2 Bassaleg Road | 661 yd | |
| Stow Park Lawn Tennis Club | Woodville Road, Newport | 817 yd | |
| The Ridgeway | Ridgeway Inn, Ridgeway Avenue | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Fish & Chips | 125 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 185 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2A, 156 - 160 Cardiff Road | 833 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit 4A, 156 - 160 Cardiff Road | 833 yd | |
| Slow Boat | 5 Risca Road, Newport | 842 yd | |
| Handpost Tandoori | 18 Risca Road, Newport | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Foodstore, 181 Cardiff Road | 1,022 yd | |
| Tesco | 5 - 6 Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 1,062 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.