Pentonville is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 5HB 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 Pentonville, Newport, NP20 5HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 4NT, NP20 4NU, NP20 4PG, NP20 4PL, NP20 5FD, NP20 5HJ, NP20 5HL, NP20 4NW, NP20 5HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 5HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.1% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49% | 49.9% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 5HB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 36.9% | 45.8% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 33.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7.4% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 9.1% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 44.1% | 49.3% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 30.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 11.1% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 4.5% |
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 | 25.5% | 16.5% | -9.0% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.1% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 42.6% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 8.8% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 83.4% | 78.7% | -4.7% | 81.4% | -2.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 80% 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 | 88.6% | 80% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 8.2% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.1% | 9.3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 80% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.2% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% | 1.9% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.9% | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentonville was 280.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 189.5% higher than the Allt-yr-yn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pentonville has the 13th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Allt-yr-yn and the 51st highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 146.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 7 Shire Hall Pentonville, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-06-09 | £127,230 |
| Flat 8 Shire Hall Pentonville, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2025-06-03 | £149,622 |
| Flat 2 Shire Hall Pentonville, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-04-07 | £165,512 |
| Flat 1 Shire Hall Pentonville, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-11-27 | £108,989 |
| Flat 9 Shire Hall Pentonville, Newport, Newport Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-11-24 | £123,851 |
| Full-Time Employee | 172 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Queens Hill , NP20 5HJ | - not rated | 147 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Woolos Primary School Stow Hill , NP20 4DW | - not rated | 815 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maindee C.P. School Rodney Road , NP19 0AP | - not rated | 972 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crindau Junior & Infant School Ailesbury Street , NP20 5ND | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairoak Nursery School Church Road , NP19 7EJ | - not rated | 1,307 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Spice | 7 - 9 Mill Street, Newport | 127 yd | |
| Upper Crust | Newport Railway Station, Queensway | 232 yd | |
| Hi Coffee Coffee Store Newport Rail Station Concourse | Newport Railway Station, Queensway | 232 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 1, Newport Railway Station | 232 yd | |
| Slipping Jimmys | 51 - 52 High Street, Newport | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Social Club | 17 - 18 Pentonville, Newport | 105 yd | |
| John Wallace Linton | 19 - 21 Cambrian Road, Newport | 245 yd | |
| Ye Olde Murenger House | 53 High Street, Newport | 250 yd | |
| Mojo's | 40 Cambrian Road, Newport | 254 yd | |
| Greyhound | Greyhound Tavern, 49 High Street | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Icons Kitchen | 34 Cambrian Road, Newport | 270 yd | |
| Masala Craft | Food Stall FC0.02, Newport Provisions Market | 286 yd | |
| Whocult | Market Stall M0.05, Newport Provisions Market | 294 yd | |
| Bab Haus Mex | Food Stall FC0.05, Newport Provisions Market | 294 yd | |
| Kinn Kinn | Food Stall FC0.07, Newport Provisions Market | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 14 Cambrian Road, Newport | 341 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 1 - 2 Clytha Park Road, Newport | 466 yd | |
| Iceland | Ground Floor, 161 - 163 Commercial Street | 578 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Stores Ltd, Unit B | 595 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 42 - 48 Friars Walk Shopping Centre, John Frost Square | 754 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| 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 | 1.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.