Darwin Drive is in Newport and in Newport district. NP20 6FS is located in the Malpas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darwin Drive, Newport, NP20 6FS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 6FQ, NP20 6FR, NP20 6FZ, NP20 6FY, NP20 6FT, NP20 6FL, NP20 6FX, NP20 6FB, NP20 6FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP20 6FS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 6FS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 39.5% | 43.8% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 36.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 39.1% | 38.5% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 35.2% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17.9% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around NP20 6FS this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 31.5% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 12.9% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 17.8% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 18.7% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.5% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% 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% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.7% | 88.6% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.6% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darwin Drive was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% higher than the Malpas average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Darwin Drive has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Malpas and the 173rd highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Darwin Drive, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2014-12-03 | £167,204 |
| 28 Darwin Drive, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2012-12-14 | £163,305 |
| 28 Darwin Drive, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2012-01-27 | £169,246 |
| 10 Darwin Drive, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2005-12-22 | £151,879 |
| 28 Darwin Drive, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £33,000 | 1999-09-21 | £149,826 |
NP20 6FS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malpas Court Primary School Whittle Drive , NP20 6NS | - not rated | 463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Malpas Park Primary School Wavell Drive , Malpas NP20 6LE | - not rated | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newport High School Bettws Lane , NP20 7YB | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rougemont School Llantarnam Hall , Malpas Road NP20 6QB | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kimberley Nursery School Blaenypant Crescent , Malpas NP20 5QB | - not rated | 1,287 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malpas Court | Oliphant Circle, Newport | 537 yd | |
| Parc Pantry | 163 - 165 Larch Grove, Malpas | 577 yd | |
| Sayers Cafe | Civil Service Sports Club, Shannon Close | 579 yd | |
| The Borderer Harvester | 323 Malpas Road, Newport | 620 yd | |
| Civil Service Sports Club | Shannon Close, Bettws | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc-Y-Prior Public House | Parc-Y-Prior Inn, Almond Drive | 521 yd | |
| Malpas Unionist Club | 349 Malpas Road, Newport | 579 yd | |
| Three Horseshoes | 45 Pillmawr Road, Newport | 612 yd | |
| Malpas Cricket Club | Bettws Lane, Newport | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 401 Malpas Road, Newport | 483 yd | |
| CJ Fish Bar | 420 Malpas Road, Newport | 534 yd | |
| Ajwa | 367 Malpas Road, Newport | 569 yd | |
| Kok's Wok Chinese Takeaway | 355 Malpas Road, Newport | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 391 Malpas Road, Newport | 536 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.