May Cottages is in The Narth, Monmouth and in Monmouthshire district. NP25 4QW is located in the Mitchel Troy and Trellech United electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about May Cottages, The Narth, Monmouth, NP25 4QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP25 4QN, NP25 4QT, NP25 4QG, NP25 4QQ, NP25 4QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP25 4QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP25 4QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 16.9% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.2% | 70% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 25.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 43.9% | 45.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 10.2% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 NP25 4QW this area, 6.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 59.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 6.7% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 9.3% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 7% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 10.9% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 59.4% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 25.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.5% | 95.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around May Cottages was 32.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.3% lower than the Chepstow Castle and Larkfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
May Cottages has the 12th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Chepstow Castle and Larkfield and the 89th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 May Cottages, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2017-02-10 | £352,615 |
| 1 May Cottages, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £224,950 | 2005-07-01 | £411,732 |
| 1 May Cottages, Monmouth, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2001-03-30 | £296,649 |
NP25 4QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 141 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbrook Church of England Primary School Redbrook , NP25 4LY | 3out of 4 | 4,112 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Briavels Parochial Church of England Primary School High Street , St Briavel's GL15 6TD | 4out of 4 | 4,523 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clearwell Church of England Primary School Church Road , Clearwell GL16 8LG | 3out of 4 | 5,348 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llandogo C.P. School Llandogo , Homlfield Drive NP5 4TJ | - not rated | 2,512 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trellech C.P. School Trellech , Monmouth NP5 4PA | - not rated | 2,590 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 Whitebrook Restaurant | The Whitebrook | 738 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.