Melfort Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP9 3FQ is located in the Gaer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Melfort Road, Newport, NP9 3FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP20 3ET, NP20 3HY, NP20 3GX, NP20 3FQ, NP20 3HX, NP20 3FP, NP20 3GU, NP20 3EJ, NP20 3GW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP9 3FQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% | 53.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 43.8% | 46.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 22.8% | 31.7% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 43.6% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 14.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 20.3% | 7.8% | -12.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 36.7% | 35.9% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 32% | 37.5% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 16.3% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 8.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around NP9 3FQ this area, 30.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 30.3% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.1% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 19.5% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 19.9% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 4.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.6% | 86.5% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.7% | 90.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 91.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melfort Road was 283.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.7% higher than the Gaer average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Melfort Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Gaer and the 49th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Melfort Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2002-11-18 | £281,677 |
NP9 3FQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP9 3FQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasllwch C.P. School Melbourne Way , NP20 3RH | - not rated | 822 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's R.C. Junior & Infants School Park Crescent , NP20 3AQ | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maes Ebbw School Maesglas Road , Maesglas NP20 3DG | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesglas C.P. School Maesglas Road , NP20 3DG | - not rated | 1,564 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Woolos Primary School Stow Hill , NP20 4DW | - not rated | 1,759 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touch Of Spice | 113 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 292 yd | |
| That Cafe | 10A Risca Road, Newport | 815 yd | |
| McDonalds | Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 938 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining | 5 - 6 Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaer Inn Newport | Gaer Inn, 37 Gaer Road | 290 yd | |
| The Handpost Hotel | The Hand Post, 2 Bassaleg Road | 616 yd | |
| Stow Park Lawn Tennis Club | Woodville Road, Newport | 848 yd | |
| The Ridgeway | Ridgeway Inn, Ridgeway Avenue | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkins Fish & Chips | 125 Bassaleg Road, Newport | 311 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2A, 156 - 160 Cardiff Road | 718 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit 4A, 156 - 160 Cardiff Road | 718 yd | |
| Slow Boat | 5 Risca Road, Newport | 787 yd | |
| Handpost Tandoori | 18 Risca Road, Newport | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Foodstore, 181 Cardiff Road | 921 yd | |
| Tesco | 5 - 6 Harlech Retail Park, Cardiff Road | 938 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.