Western Avenue is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 3QX is located in the Allt-yr-yn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Western Avenue, Newport, NP20 3QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 3QY, NP20 3QW, NP20 3PX, NP20 3RE, NP20 3RJ, NP20 3QZ, NP20 3QU, NP20 3QT, NP20 3RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 3QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.1% | 0.0% | 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 vicinity of NP20 3QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 23% | 31.2% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 53.4% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 7.3% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 49.4% | 51.4% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 29.2% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 14.8% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 18% | 14.2% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 18.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 42.5% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.7% 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% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 5.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.5% | 85.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 4.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 93.3% | 88.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 7% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 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 | 92.9% | 88.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Western Avenue was 108.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% higher than the Allt-yr-yn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Western Avenue has the 26th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Allt-yr-yn and the 190th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Western Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-06-28 | £298,113 |
| 132 Western Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-04-03 | £308,389 |
| 124 Western Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-02-02 | £349,834 |
| 128 Western Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-10-28 | £322,287 |
| 124 Western Avenue, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £319,000 | 2021-09-16 | £369,160 |
NP20 3QX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 539 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Cross Primary High Cross Drive , High Cross NP10 9AB | - not rated | 999 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bassaleg School Forge Lane , Bassaleg NP10 8NF | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Junior & Infants School Park Crescent , NP20 3AQ | - not rated | 1,450 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogerstone Primary School Ebenezer Drive , Highcross Estate NP10 9YX | - not rated | 1,544 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Mughals | 7 Western Valley Road, Rogerstone | 406 yd | |
| Touch Of Spice | 113 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 923 yd | |
| Junction 28 | Station Approach, Bassaleg | 987 yd | |
| Cottage Tea Rooms | 6 Caerphilly Road, Newport | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whiteheads Sports Club | Park View, Bassaleg | 575 yd | |
| Gaer Inn Newport | Gaer Inn, 37 Gaer Road | 1,023 yd | |
| Tredegar Arms | Tredegar Arms Hotel, 2 - 4 Caerphilly Road | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pie Corner | Pie Corner Fish Bar, High Cross Lane | 682 yd | |
| Watkins Fish & Chips | 125 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 869 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 | 200.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.