Cae Derw is in Gilwern, Abergavenny and in Monmouthshire district. NP7 0BJ is located in the Llanelly electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cae Derw, Gilwern, Abergavenny, NP7 0BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP7 0BL, NP7 0AN, NP7 0AL, NP7 0BP, NP7 0EZ, NP7 0AW, NP7 0BW, NP7 0DT, NP7 0DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP7 0BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 49% | 48.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP7 0BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 45.7% | 12.5% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 35.6% | -15.8% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 9.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 46.6% | 44.8% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.4% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 13% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.2% | 22.6% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.3% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 16.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 23.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 7.7% | 2.8% | -4.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.4% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cae Derw was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% lower than the Cantref average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cae Derw has the 16th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Cantref and the 85th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Cae Derw, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2008-08-15 | £251,529 |
| 11 Cae Derw, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2004-03-09 | £146,649 |
NP7 0BJ 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilwern C.P. School Cae Meldon , Gilwern NP7 0AY | - not rated | 256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cantref Primary Harold Road , Abergavenny NP7 7DG | - not rated | 4,791 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady & St Michael's School 14 Pen Y Pound Road , Abergavenny NP7 5UD | - not rated | 5,177 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Y Fenni St David's Road , NP7 6EL | - not rated | 5,281 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beaufort | 22 Main Road | 437 yd | |
| The Towpath Inn | The Bridgend Inn, 49 Main Road | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilwern Village Fish Bar | Gilwern Village Fish Bar, 32a Main Road | 527 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 | 39 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 42.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 42.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.