Monnow Street is in Monmouth and in Monmouthshire district. NP25 3EF is located in the Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monnow Street, Monmouth, NP25 3EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP25 3EH, NP25 3ER, NP25 3EA, NP25 3EX, NP25 3DZ, NP25 3EN, NP25 3EB, NP25 3UZ, NP25 3DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP25 3EF is primarily male, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 49.4% | 43.2% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -7.8% |
| Male | 50.6% | 56.8% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 7.8% |
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 NP25 3EF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 38.5% | 43% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.2% | 26.8% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 8.8% | 2.6% | -6.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 12.8% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 14.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 | 48.7% | 43.6% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 31.7% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 20.5% | 8.0% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 13.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 15.3% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 43.8% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 91.2% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 91.3% | 89.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 6.2% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 90.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 6.3% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monnow Street was 589.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 792.8% higher than the Drybridge average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Monnow Street has the highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Drybridge and the 4th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 148.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25A Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-01-31 | £281,817 |
| 27 Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Other, an established residential building | £29,582 | 2020-04-17 | £33,660 |
| 25 Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2019-11-26 | £563,006 |
| 25B Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-06-18 | £171,738 |
| 25A Monnow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-09-14 | £191,343 |
NP25 3EF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP25 3EF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbrook Church of England Primary School Redbrook , NP25 4LY | 3out of 4 | 4,700 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monmouth School Almshouse Street , Monmouth NP25 3XP | - not rated | 462 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouth Comprehensive School Old Dixton Road , NP25 3YT | - not rated | 776 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Haberdashers Monmouth School For Girls 24 Hereford Road , NP25 5XT | - not rated | 893 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Osbaston V.C. Primary Osbaston Road , Osbaston NP25 3AX | - not rated | 909 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kymin View Primary Wyesham Road , NP25 3JT | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt & Pepper Ltd | 31 Monnow Street | 6 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 40-44 Monnow Street | 127 yd | |
| Pizza Express (Restaurants) Limited | 36-36a Monnow Street | 127 yd | |
| Canton Kitchen | 62 Monnow Street | 127 yd | |
| Oxford Coffee Co | 6 Beaufort Arms Court Shopping Mews, Agincourt Square | 137 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Inn | 23 Monnow Street | 6 yd | |
| The Kings Head Hotel | 8 Agincourt Square | 107 yd | |
| The Griffin | 1 Whitecross Street | 257 yd | |
| The Gate House | The Gatehouse, Old Monnow Brid, 125 Monnow Street | 314 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 1 St James Street | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Kebab | 30 Monnow Street | 40 yd | |
| The Peri Shack | 1 The Barton, Agincourt Square | 166 yd | |
| Indian Summer | 1 The Barton, Agincourt Square | 166 yd | |
| Pasty Heaven | 2 The Oldway Centre, Monnow Street | 199 yd | |
| Full House Chinese Takeaway | Market Hall | 211 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 24 Agincourt Square | 128 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 66-68 Monnow Street | 130 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 10 Oldway Centre | 199 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, 110-114 Monnow Street | 237 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Redbrook Road | 846 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 | 97.1% |
| 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.