Castle Lea is in Caldicot and in Newport district. NP26 4HR is located in the Caldicot Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Lea, Caldicot, NP26 4HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP26 4GZ, NP26 4HS, NP26 4JL, NP26 4HZ, NP26 4QL, NP26 4JE, NP26 4HP, NP26 4PJ, NP26 4JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP26 4HR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP26 4HR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 23.1% | 24% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 60.5% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 11% | 6.8% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 38.6% | 38.1% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 41.8% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 12% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 17.8% | 14.4% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 12.9% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 21.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 31.1% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.3% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 95.6% | 98% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 98% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Lea was 44.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.0% lower than the Caldicot Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Lea has the 10th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Caldicot Castle and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Castle Lea, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-29 | £422,920 |
| 2 Castle Lea, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-11 | £422,920 |
| 31 Castle Lea, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2022-05-27 | £304,673 |
| 31 Castle Lea, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2022-05-27 | £304,673 |
| 46 Castle Lea, Caldicot, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-08-13 | £394,011 |
NP26 4HR 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 4HR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldicot Comprehensive School Mill Lane , NP26 5XA | - not rated | 459 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Durand Primary School Alianore Road , Caldicot NP26 5DF | - not rated | 693 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop Rowan Williams CIW School Crick Road , Portskewett NP26 5UL | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Y Ffin Sandy Lane , Newport NP6 4SY | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rogiet C.P. School Station Road , Rogiet NP26 3SD | - not rated | 2,825 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldicot Leisure Centre | Mill Lane | 471 yd | |
| Zaffron Express Indian Takeaway | 9 Newport Road | 541 yd | |
| Papi's Bistro | 5 Wesley Buildings, Newport Road | 580 yd | |
| Aroma Cafe | 15 Newport Road | 580 yd | |
| Lite Bites | Lite Bite Cafe, 11 Newport Road | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbrook Cricket Club | Deepweir Field, Mill Lane | 549 yd | |
| Caldicot Town A F C | Jubilee Way | 687 yd | |
| Measure Inn | 63-65 Newport Road | 778 yd | |
| Haywain | Sandy Lane | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New River | 4 Chepstow Road | 413 yd | |
| Spice Mix | 10 Chepstow Road | 413 yd | |
| New Garden Chinese Takeaway | 2 Church Road | 435 yd | |
| Chef's Kebab | 14 Newport Road | 525 yd | |
| The Baguette Shop | 12 Newport Road | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Wesley Buildings | 621 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 | 88.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.