The Meadow is in Magor, Caldicot and in Monmouthshire district. NP26 3LA is located in the Magor West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Meadow, Magor, Caldicot, NP26 3LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP26 3LH, NP26 3NJ, NP26 3HZ, NP26 3PX, NP26 3LN, NP26 3NH, NP26 3HT, NP26 3EP, NP26 3LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP26 3LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.1% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.9% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 NP26 3LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.1% 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 | 19.6% | 23.9% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.4% | 63.1% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 18.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 5.8% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 50.1% | 51.9% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 29.6% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 11.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.5% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 10.7% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 16.2% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 47.4% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.9% | 95.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 94.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Meadow was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Caerwent average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Meadow has the 5th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Caerwent and the 36th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Meadow, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-06-01 | £336,942 |
| 22 The Meadow, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-09-30 | £293,482 |
| 15 The Meadow, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-06-19 | £306,798 |
| 17 The Meadow, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-11-19 | £241,708 |
| 21 The Meadow, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2018-11-15 | £362,494 |
NP26 3LA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 NP26 3LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Undy C.P. School Pennyfarthing Lane , Undy NP6 3LZ | - not rated | 956 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogiet C.P. School Station Road , Rogiet NP26 3SD | - not rated | 4,027 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanmartin Primary School Waltwood Road , Llanmartin NP18 2HB | - not rated | 4,741 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 | 145 yd | |
| The Mango House | The Square | 172 yd | |
| Donnies Coffee Shop | Post Office Cottage, The Square | 176 yd | |
| Mia's Coffee Co | 2 The Square | 198 yd | |
| Sawyers Bar & Grill | Wales 1 Business Park, Newport Road | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf Inn | Wheatsheaf Inn | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelos Fish Bar | Newport Road | 498 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.