Welland Crescent is in Bettws, Newport and in Newport district. NP20 7BH is located in the Bettws electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welland Crescent, Bettws, Newport, NP20 7BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 7TB, NP20 7XZ, NP20 7BJ, NP20 7XS, NP20 7XY, NP20 7AP, NP20 7XP, NP20 7BE, NP20 7XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 7BH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.4% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.6% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 7BH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% 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 | 37.9% | 48.9% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 32.8% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.9% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 7.9% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.9% | 38.2% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 31.7% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 19.8% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 7.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 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.
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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 27% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 13% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 20.4% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 13.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 15.7% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.7% | 37.2% | 19.5% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welland Crescent was 205.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.1% higher than the Bettws average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Welland Crescent has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bettws and the 84th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 120.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 32.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107 Welland Crescent, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-08-31 | £144,255 |
| 100 Welland Crescent, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-12-21 | £172,729 |
| 111 Welland Crescent, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2021-05-12 | £153,761 |
| 105 Welland Crescent, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2006-05-26 | £160,068 |
| 105 Welland Crescent, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2005-12-23 | £139,838 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport High School Bettws Lane , NP20 7YB | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Malpas Court Primary School Whittle Drive , NP20 6NS | - not rated | 1,886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rougemont School Llantarnam Hall , Malpas Road NP20 6QB | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary Ruskin Avenue , Rogerstone NP10 0AB | - not rated | 2,290 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Malpas Park Primary School Wavell Drive , Malpas NP20 6LE | - not rated | 2,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Pot | 20 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bettws Rugby Club | Bettws Rugby Football Club, Ty Coch Playing Fields | 348 yd | |
| The Nightingale | Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 469 yd | |
| Bettws Social Club | Lambourne Way, Bettws | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bettws Fish Bar | 17 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 443 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 | 64.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 153.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 153.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.