Welsh Street is in Chepstow and in Monmouthshire district. NP6 5LN is located in the Chepstow Castle and Larkfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welsh Street, Chepstow, NP6 5LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 5LN, NP16 5LP, NP16 5YH, NP16 5DH, NP16 5BY, NP16 5XG, NP16 5AT, NP16 5UW, NP16 5DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP6 5LN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 52.2% | 48.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 51.3% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 24.6% | 34.3% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 36.2% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 13% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 48.4% | 48.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 50.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 14.6% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 5.7% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 11.7% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.7% | 50.3% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 16.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 93% | 91.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 91.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welsh Street was 278.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 303.9% higher than the Bulwark and Thornwell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Welsh Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bulwark and Thornwell and the 12th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 96.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 214.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Welsh Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2013-01-10 | £188,635 |
NP6 5LN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NP6 5LN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP6 5LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offa's Mead Academy Beachley Road , Sedbury NP16 7DT | 1out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,884 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre Beachley Road , Sedbury NP16 7AA | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chepstow School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5LR | - not rated | 138 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Dell Primary School Welsh Street , Chepstow NP16 5UQ | - not rated | 239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dean Close St John's Castleford Hill , Tutshill NP16 7LE | - not rated | 1,163 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mythos Restaurant | Welsh Street | 135 yd | |
| New Garden | 36a Moor Street | 149 yd | |
| Salkaara | 29 High Street | 249 yd | |
| The Cwtch Cafe Ltd | Unit 3 & 5 Bell Chambers | 283 yd | |
| The Ugly Mug Cafe | 9 Beaufort Square | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head Micro Pub | 12 Moor Street | 128 yd | |
| Kings Head | Welsh Street | 135 yd | |
| Chepstow Conservative Club | 10 Moor Street | 158 yd | |
| The Red Lantern | The Red Lantern, Bank Street | 211 yd | |
| The White Lion | Bank Street | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 12 Fish & Chips | 12 Albion Square | 126 yd | |
| Chicken Hub | 29-30 Moor Street | 128 yd | |
| Green Chilli | 37 Moor Street | 149 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2, Larkfield Trade Park, Newport Road | 593 yd | |
| Chang Le | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks and Spencer | 5 Thomas Street Arcade, Thomas Street | 104 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Station Road | 496 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.