Monnow Way is in Bettws, Newport and in Newport district. NP20 7BW 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 Monnow Way, Bettws, Newport, NP20 7BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 7TQ, NP20 7BT, NP20 7BY, NP20 7TP, NP20 7BX, NP20 7BZ, NP20 7UD, NP20 7UL, NP20 7DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP20 7BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 53.8% | 53.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 46.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 33.3% | 35.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 42.4% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 8.3% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 8% | 10.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 (69.7%) 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 | 33.2% | 33.9% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 35.8% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 20.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 8.9% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 7BW this area, 33.7% 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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.1% | 33.7% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 21% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 14.6% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7% | 15.1% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.5% | 93% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.5% | 97.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monnow Way was 7.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.2% lower than the Bettws average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Monnow Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bettws and the 40th lowest crime rate of 506 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Monnow Way, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-06-11 | £196,995 |
| 47 Monnow Way, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-01-06 | £161,510 |
| 43 Monnow Way, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2022-11-04 | £178,901 |
| 60 Monnow Way, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-06-24 | £194,161 |
| 41 Monnow Way, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2020-11-11 | £188,941 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Junior School Parrett Road , Newport NP9 6DG | - not rated | 293 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Millbrook Infant School Parrett Road , Newport NP9 6DG | - not rated | 293 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Don Close Nursery Monnow Way , Bettws NP9 6RT | - not rated | 458 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David Lewis RC Primary School Meon Close , Bettws NP9 6DU | - not rated | 525 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newport High School Bettws Lane , NP20 7YB | - not rated | 616 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Service Sports Club | Shannon Close, Bettws | 380 yd | |
| Sayers Cafe | Civil Service Sports Club, Shannon Close | 461 yd | |
| The Coffee Pot | 20 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 604 yd | |
| Malpas Court | Oliphant Circle, Newport | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bettws Social Club | Lambourne Way, Bettws | 294 yd | |
| Malpas Cricket Club | Bettws Lane, Newport | 542 yd | |
| The Nightingale | Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bettws Fish Bar | 17 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 604 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 | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.