Longcroft Road is in Caldicot and in Monmouthshire district. NP26 4EX is located in the Dewstow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Longcroft Road, Caldicot, NP26 4EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP26 4EW, NP26 4EY, NP26 4HD, NP26 4HB, NP26 4HF, NP26 4EZ, NP26 4BS, NP26 4BR, NP26 4QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP26 4EX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents 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 | 50.5% | 47.7% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 52.3% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 4EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 28% | 29.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 51.4% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.9% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 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 | 44.7% | 39.9% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 42.4% | 13.8% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 10.1% | -9.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 19.4% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.4% | 17.6% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.4% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 15.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 25% | 14.7% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 7% | 2.8% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 100% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.2% | 97.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 97.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longcroft Road was 29.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.7% lower than the Caldicot Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Longcroft Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Caldicot Castle and the 81st lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Longcroft Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-05-02 | £344,922 |
| 4 Longcroft Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £279,950 | 2022-11-04 | £292,637 |
| 13 Longcroft Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-10-12 | £275,070 |
| 1 Longcroft Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-06-19 | £321,561 |
| 24 Longcroft Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2018-03-16 | £275,871 |
NP26 4EX 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldicot Comprehensive School Mill Lane , NP26 5XA | - not rated | 575 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Durand Primary School Alianore Road , Caldicot NP26 5DF | - not rated | 735 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogiet C.P. School Station Road , Rogiet NP26 3SD | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop Rowan Williams CIW School Crick Road , Portskewett NP26 5UL | - not rated | 2,399 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Y Ffin Sandy Lane , Newport NP6 4SY | - not rated | 3,547 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knight Of Bengal | 60 Newport Road | 222 yd | |
| Weeks Fish & Chips | 184 Newport Road | 284 yd | |
| Ladybird Craft Centre | 62-64 Newport Road | 305 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 11 Wesley Buildings | 370 yd | |
| Full Board Restaurant Ltd | 33 Newport Road | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measure Inn | 63-65 Newport Road | 222 yd | |
| The Cellar | 180A Newport Road | 284 yd | |
| The Dag | 180A Newport Road | 284 yd | |
| Caldicot Town A F C | Jubilee Way | 297 yd | |
| Severn View Social Club & Inst | 29 Station Road | 428 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok U Like | 88 Newport Road | 222 yd | |
| Chick O Land | Unit 1 180C Newport Road | 284 yd | |
| The New Red Lantern | 180d Newport Road | 289 yd | |
| Caldicot Fish Bar | 13 Newport Road | 473 yd | |
| Chef's Kebab | 14 Newport Road | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Wesley Buildings | 356 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 | 27.3% |
| 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 24.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.