De Braose Close is in Ysbytty Fields, Abergavenny and in Monmouthshire district. NP7 9JJ is located in the Pen Y Fal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Monmouth. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about De Braose Close, Ysbytty Fields, Abergavenny, NP7 9JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP7 9JH, NP7 9JB, NP7 9JA, NP7 9JG, NP7 9JF, NP7 9SP, NP7 9JD, NP7 9JL, NP7 9SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP7 9JJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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% | 49% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51% | 51% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NP7 9JJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 21% | 20.4% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 63.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.4% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 47.2% | 41.1% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 32% | 40.1% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 16.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 11.6% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 7.9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44% | 49.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 95.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.3% | 94.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around De Braose Close was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.6% lower than the Cantref average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
De Braose Close has the 25th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Cantref and the 109th lowest crime rate of 273 local areas in Monmouthshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 De Braose Close, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £372,400 | 2025-08-26 | £374,989 |
| 7 De Braose Close, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-07 | £267,639 |
| 12 De Braose Close, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-09-21 | £450,414 |
| 9 De Braose Close, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-22 | £326,522 |
| 12 De Braose Close, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £353,000 | 2020-04-14 | £443,064 |
NP7 9JJ 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 NP7 9JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady & St Michael's School 14 Pen Y Pound Road , Abergavenny NP7 5UD | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cantref Primary Harold Road , Abergavenny NP7 7DG | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Y Fenni St David's Road , NP7 6EL | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| King Henry VIII Comprehensive School Old Hereford Road , Abergavenny NP7 6EP | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deri View Primary Llwynu Lane , NP7 6AR | - not rated | 2,743 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whistle Stop Cafe | Station Road | 513 yd | |
| Tamarind Ltd | 5 Mill Street | 891 yd | |
| Oasis Snack Bar | Monmouth Road | 965 yd | |
| Anne's Catering | Monmouthshire Golf Club, Llanfoist | 991 yd | |
| Boonta Too | 22a Cross Street | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Bar & Grill | 24 Station Road | 513 yd | |
| Monmouthshire Golf Club | Monmouthshire Golf Club | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Gate Chinese Takeaway | 32 Cross Street | 1,040 yd | |
| Balti Delight | 31 Cross Street | 1,093 yd | |
| Sing Lee Chinese Takeaway | 20 Cross Street | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Mill Street | 930 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.