Somerset Grove is in Magor, Caldicot and in Monmouthshire district. NP26 3GH is located in the Magor West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 2012-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Somerset Grove, Magor, Caldicot, NP26 3GH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP26 3GF, NP26 3QH, NP26 3GG, NP26 3EB, NP26 3ND, NP26 3QG, NP26 3JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP26 3GH 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 | 49.8% | 51.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.6% | -1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.1% | 34.2% | 12.1% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 49.5% | -13.6% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.2% | 57.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 31.6% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 8.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 NP26 3GH this area, 8.8% 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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.9% | 8.8% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 17.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41% | 46.1% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 96% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.3% | 94.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Somerset Grove was 92.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.6% higher than the Caerwent average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Somerset Grove has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Caerwent and the 59th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Somerset Grove, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-03-05 | £319,849 |
| 5 Somerset Grove, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-11-27 | £341,856 |
| 8 Somerset Grove, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-11-23 | £214,928 |
| 2 Somerset Grove, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,950 | 2018-01-26 | £189,431 |
| 5 Somerset Grove, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £235,995 | 2013-11-29 | £443,773 |
NP26 3GH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 160 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magor V.A. Primary School Sycamore Terrace , Magor NP26 3EG | - not rated | 892 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Undy C.P. School Pennyfarthing Lane , Undy NP6 3LZ | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanmartin Primary School Waltwood Road , Llanmartin NP18 2HB | - not rated | 4,249 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogiet C.P. School Station Road , Rogiet NP26 3SD | - not rated | 4,558 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stepping Stones Pre-school | Magor C/W Primary School | 394 yd | |
| The Mango House | The Square | 705 yd | |
| Donnies Coffee Shop | Post Office Cottage, The Square | 711 yd | |
| Mia's Coffee Co | 2 The Square | 734 yd | |
| Sawyers Bar & Grill | Wales 1 Business Park, Newport Road | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Wheatsheaf Inn | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelos Fish Bar | Newport Road | 637 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.