Castle Park Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 3NF 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 Castle Park Road, Newport, NP20 3NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 3NG, NP20 3PZ, NP20 3NE, NP20 3NW, NP20 3NU, NP20 3PY, NP20 3NT, NP20 3NX, NP20 3NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP20 3NF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.4% | 49.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 NP20 3NF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 18.4% | 31.8% | 13.4% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 54.1% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 7.7% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.7% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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% | 47.9% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.2% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 10.7% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.4% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 20.2% | 13.8% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 17.2% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 19.4% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 30.6% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Park Road was 49.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.0% lower than the Gaer average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Castle Park Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Gaer and the 180th lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Castle Park Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2024-05-08 | £253,151 |
| Garage At, 14 Castle Park Road, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £4,000 | 2020-07-13 | £4,669 |
| 13 Castle Park Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-09-05 | £329,134 |
| 14 Castle Park Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-08-10 | £329,676 |
| 16 Castle Park Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2009-08-21 | £252,477 |
NP20 3NF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 490 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Junior & Infants School Park Crescent , NP20 3AQ | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Cross Primary High Cross Drive , High Cross NP10 9AB | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bassaleg School Forge Lane , Bassaleg NP10 8NF | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maes Ebbw School Maesglas Road , Maesglas NP20 3DG | - not rated | 1,694 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touch Of Spice | 113 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 577 yd | |
| The Three Mughals | 7 Western Valley Road, Rogerstone | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaer Inn Newport | Gaer Inn, 37 Gaer Road | 599 yd | |
| Whiteheads Sports Club | Park View, Bassaleg | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Fish & Chips | 125 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 521 yd | |
| Pie Corner | Pie Corner Fish Bar, High Cross Lane | 1,088 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 | 135.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.