Victoria Road is in Bulwark, Chepstow and in Monmouth district. NP6 5QW is located in the Bulwark and Thornwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Victoria Road, Bulwark, Chepstow, NP6 5QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP16 5QH, NP16 5QN, NP16 5AS, NP16 5AA, NP16 5QJ, NP16 5QG, NP16 5QS, NP16 5QQ, NP16 5NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP6 5QW is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 47% | 46% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 53% | 54% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 | 29.3% | 37.7% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 43.4% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 10.6% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 42.8% | 42.9% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 40.3% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 14.7% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 6.4% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 13.9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 7.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 35.7% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 96.3% | 96% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Road was 80.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.5% higher than the Bulwark and Thornwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bulwark and Thornwell and the 79th highest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nook Victoria Road, Chepstow, Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 1995-12-15 | £337,718 |
NP6 5QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,744 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tutshill Church of England Primary School Coleford Road , Tutshill NP16 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,093 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 | 1,894 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pembroke Primary School Fairfield Road , Bulwark NP6 5JN | - not rated | 432 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thornwell Primary School Thornwell Road , Bulwark NP16 5NT | - not rated | 538 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Monmouthshire Pupil Referral Service Boverton House , Bullwark Road NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Bulwark Road , Chepstow NP16 5JE | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mounton House Special School Pwllmeyric , Chepstow NP16 6LA | - not rated | 1,671 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O Yes Pizza | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 517 yd | |
| Efes BBQ Kebab | 3 Bulwark Shopping Centre | 517 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | The Old Farm Shopping Centre, 1 Denbigh Drive | 757 yd | |
| Nellies Cafe at Wye Valley Country Store | Unit 4 Beaufort Park | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Two Brewers Ltd | The Two Brewers, Thornwell Road | 190 yd | |
| Burnt Barn Community - Social Club | Burnt Barn Road | 200 yd | |
| Chepstow Rugby Football Club Ltd | Lower Western Avenue | 415 yd | |
| Thornwell Football Club | Thornwell Pavilion | 789 yd | |
| Chepstow Athletic Club | Mathern Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, 51-55 Bulwark Road | 406 yd | |
| Wonder Food | Unit 4, Eurohouse, Bulwark Road | 517 yd | |
| Eastern Flavas | 51 Bulwark Road | 517 yd | |
| Kibbys Fish Bar | 48A Bulwark Road | 517 yd | |
| Chang Le | Unit 2 Bulwark Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Store | Bulwark Road | 406 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 2 Old Farm Shopping Centre | 765 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.