Barrack Hill is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 5GA 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 Barrack Hill, Newport, NP20 5GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 5GB, NP20 5FZ, NP20 5EP, NP20 5GE, NP20 5EN, NP20 5FY, NP20 5PF, NP20 5FX, NP20 5GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 5GA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.4% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.6% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 32.9% | 38.5% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 45.1% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) 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 | 50% | 51.1% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 34.4% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 12.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 15.8% | 15.6% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 15.2% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 11.1% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 37.9% | -1.6% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| White | 89.3% | 92.8% | 3.5% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 90% | 89.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 89.6% | 89.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 3.2% | -2.0% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrack Hill was 25.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.3% lower than the Allt-yr-yn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barrack Hill has the 9th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Allt-yr-yn and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Barrack Hill, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-07-18 | £356,074 |
| Penylan Farm Barrack Hill, Newport, Newport Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-04-01 | £396,917 |
| Mountain View Barrack Hill, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2011-04-26 | £234,145 |
NP20 5GA 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley Nursery School Blaenypant Crescent , Malpas NP20 5QB | - not rated | 528 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crindau Junior & Infant School Ailesbury Street , NP20 5ND | - not rated | 830 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Queens Hill , NP20 5HJ | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newport High School Bettws Lane , NP20 7YB | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Woolos Primary School Stow Hill , NP20 4DW | - not rated | 1,835 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoboraj | 30 Malpas Road, Newport | 477 yd | |
| Orlas Cake Boutique | 24 Malpas Road, Newport | 487 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, Lyne Road | 715 yd | |
| Vanilla Spice | Former Old Rising Sun, Lyne Road | 750 yd | |
| Tavs Tastyz | Portacabin Outside Unit 29, Albany Street | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lyceum | Lyceum Tavern, 110 - 112 Malpas Road | 386 yd | |
| Crindau Constitutional Club | 45 - 47 Malpas Road, Newport | 405 yd | |
| Allt-yr-yn Lawn Tennis Club | Allt-Yr-Yn Lawn Tennis Club, Allt-Yr-Yn Road | 786 yd | |
| Mill Street Social Club | 17 - 18 Pentonville, Newport | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J's Big Baps | 1A Brynglas Road, Newport | 419 yd | |
| Kenabella | 37 Malpas Road, Newport | 427 yd | |
| EX - Salt & Vinegar Fish & Chips | Ground Floor, 22 Malpas Road | 488 yd | |
| Salt & Vinegar Fish And Chips | 22 Malpas Road, Newport | 488 yd | |
| Golden Grill | 8 Malpas Road, Newport | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores Ltd, Unit B | 600 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Albany Street | 877 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.