Ridgeway is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 5AG 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 Ridgeway, Newport, NP20 5AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 5AB, NP20 5AD, NP20 5AN, NP20 5AA, NP20 3SB, NP20 5AE, NP20 3SG, NP20 5AF, NP20 3SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP20 5AG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 52.6% | 54.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 45.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 5AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.4% 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 | 22.7% | 19.1% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.9% | 73.4% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 29.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 2.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.1% | 61.1% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 12.7% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 29.4% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 8.1% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 5AG this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 13.4% | 6.5% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12.6% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 14.7% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 55% | 45.8% | -9.2% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.4% 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 | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 28.7% | 28.7% | 3.1% | 25.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.2% | 65.4% | -28.8% | 81.4% | -16.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 93.5% | 83.7% | -9.8% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 13.2% | 10.0% | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 83.5% | -10.0% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 4.1% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 8.2% | 1.2% | 7.0% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.4% | 37.2% | -13.8% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 28.6% | 0.9% | 27.7% |
| Not answered | 0.9% | 6.0% | -5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ridgeway was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Allt-yr-yn average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Ridgeway, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2025-03-20 | £535,774 |
| 40 Ridgeway, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2022-01-28 | £785,960 |
| 42 Ridgeway, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-01-25 | £615,577 |
| 29 Ridgeway, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2021-09-28 | £982,029 |
| 32 Ridgeway, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2021-09-10 | £506,292 |
NP20 5AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 601 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Cross Primary High Cross Drive , High Cross NP10 9AB | - not rated | 985 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogerstone Primary School Ebenezer Drive , Highcross Estate NP10 9YX | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Queens Hill , NP20 5HJ | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary Ruskin Avenue , Rogerstone NP10 0AB | - not rated | 2,072 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 | 829 yd | |
| Sparkle Snack Bar @ Serennu Children Centre | Sparkle, Serennu | 1,075 yd | |
| That Cafe | 10A Risca Road, Newport | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridgeway | Ridgeway Inn, Ridgeway Avenue | 529 yd | |
| Stow Park Lawn Tennis Club | Woodville Road, Newport | 588 yd | |
| The Handpost Hotel | The Hand Post, 2 Bassaleg Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Fish & Chips | 125 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 834 yd | |
| Handpost Tandoori | 18 Risca Road, Newport | 1,066 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 | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 207.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.