Caerau Crescent is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 4HG 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 Caerau Crescent, Newport, NP20 4HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 4LB, NP20 4JZ, NP20 4HH, NP20 4RB, NP20 4HB, NP20 4LA, NP20 4HA, NP20 4HD, NP20 4JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 4HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4HG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 47.2% | 45.5% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.9% | 28.7% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 15% | 13.2% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 24.3% | 39.6% | 15.3% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 32.3% | -10.6% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 22.9% | 20.8% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 6.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.3% | 17% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.9% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 40% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.5% | 86.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 90.5% | 86.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 5.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 86.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 9.3% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caerau Crescent was 165.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.0% higher than the Allt-yr-yn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caerau Crescent has the 20th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Allt-yr-yn and the 113th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Caerau Crescent, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-06-27 | £142,497 |
| Flat 18 Cwrt Pencraig, 8 Caerau Crescent, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2024-03-28 | £35,624 |
| Flat 11 Cwrt Pencraig, 8 Caerau Crescent, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2023-09-25 | £38,840 |
| Flat 14 Cwrt Pencraig, 8 Caerau Crescent, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £37,500 | 2023-02-28 | £36,339 |
| Flat 7 Cwrt Pencraig, 8 Caerau Crescent, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2022-11-30 | £38,878 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Woolos Primary School Stow Hill , NP20 4DW | - not rated | 842 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Queens Hill , NP20 5HJ | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pillgwenlly C.P. School Capel Crescent , NP20 2FT | - not rated | 1,443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 1,496 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maindee C.P. School Rodney Road , NP19 0AP | - not rated | 1,517 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| That Cafe | 10A Risca Road, Newport | 260 yd | |
| Holy Cheesus | 6 Clytha Park Road, Newport | 475 yd | |
| Rogue Fox Coffee House | 3 Clytha Park Road, Newport | 489 yd | |
| Result Plan | 1A Godfrey Road, Newport | 524 yd | |
| Gem 42 | 42A-42B Bridge Street, Newport | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tredegar Constitutional Club | 8 Oakfield Road, Newport | 385 yd | |
| The Handpost Hotel | The Hand Post, 2 Bassaleg Road | 447 yd | |
| The Cellar Door | 5 Clytha Park Road, Newport | 481 yd | |
| Bailey's Pub | Baileys Pub, 13 Bailey Street | 704 yd | |
| Stow Park Lawn Tennis Club | Woodville Road, Newport | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binas Traditional Fish And Chips | 236A Stow Hill, Newport | 183 yd | |
| Diamond Grill | 238 Stow Hill, Newport | 188 yd | |
| Mahin Spice | 240 Stow Hill, Newport | 191 yd | |
| Sandwich Bar | 90 Llanthewy Road, Newport | 205 yd | |
| Chillies Indian Takeaway | 12 Risca Road, Newport | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1 - 2 Clytha Park Road, Newport | 503 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 14 Cambrian Road, Newport | 914 yd | |
| Iceland | Ground Floor, 161 - 163 Commercial Street | 934 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 42 - 48 Friars Walk Shopping Centre, John Frost Square | 1,080 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | Unit 35, Kingsway Centre | 1,086 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 | 51.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 51.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 51.6% |
| 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 | 63 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.