Bettws Close is in Bettws, Newport and in Newport district. NP20 7YA 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 Bettws Close, Bettws, Newport, NP20 7YA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 7LX, NP20 7DB, NP20 7ER, NP20 7LY, NP20 7AB, NP20 7BQ, NP20 7GU, NP20 7DT, NP20 7GN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP20 7YA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.8% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 38.5% | 35.8% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 10.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 (67.6%) 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 | 32.5% | 30.8% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -17.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 36.8% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 21% | 22.3% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 8.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 7YA this area, 41.1% 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 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 41.1% | 3.9% | 18.2% | 22.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 9.9% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 11.4% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 15.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.5% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 99.6% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.2% | 96% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.1% | 6.0% | 6.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bettws Close was 381.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 182.9% higher than the Bettws average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bettws Close has the highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bettws and the 22nd highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 200.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bettws Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-09-29 | £207,085 |
| 6 Bettws Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-08-09 | £215,798 |
| 2 Bettws Close, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2014-02-21 | £183,879 |
| 19 Bettws Close, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2009-09-25 | £155,042 |
| 5 Bettws Close, Newport, Newport Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2005-10-28 | £147,711 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport High School Bettws Lane , NP20 7YB | - not rated | 527 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Malpas Court Primary School Whittle Drive , NP20 6NS | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kimberley Nursery School Blaenypant Crescent , Malpas NP20 5QB | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Malpas Park Primary School Wavell Drive , Malpas NP20 6LE | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rougemont School Llantarnam Hall , Malpas Road NP20 6QB | - not rated | 1,566 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 | 124 yd | |
| Sayers Cafe | Civil Service Sports Club, Shannon Close | 129 yd | |
| The Borderer Harvester | 323 Malpas Road, Newport | 727 yd | |
| Malpas Court | Oliphant Circle, Newport | 909 yd | |
| The Coffee Pot | 20 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malpas Cricket Club | Bettws Lane, Newport | 181 yd | |
| Bettws Social Club | Lambourne Way, Bettws | 678 yd | |
| Malpas Unionist Club | 349 Malpas Road, Newport | 760 yd | |
| The Nightingale | Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kok's Wok Chinese Takeaway | 355 Malpas Road, Newport | 791 yd | |
| Ajwa | 367 Malpas Road, Newport | 797 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 401 Malpas Road, Newport | 870 yd | |
| Bettws Fish Bar | 17 Bettws Shopping Centre, Bettws | 915 yd | |
| CJ Fish Bar | 420 Malpas Road, Newport | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 391 Malpas Road, Newport | 816 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.52 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.52 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.