SA42 0QU is in Newport and Pembrokeshire district. SA42 0QU is located in the Newport and Dinas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Preseli Pembrokeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newport, SA42 0QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SA42 0QU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 55.5% | 52.9% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 44.5% | 47.1% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 27.8% | 28.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 51% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 45.5% | 50.7% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 29.1% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 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.
In the area around SA42 0QU this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 9.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 6.4% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 12% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.3% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.9% | 49% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 15.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94.8% | 92.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA42 0QU was 41.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.3% lower than the Bro Gwaun average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA42 0QU has the 12th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Bro Gwaun and the 146th lowest crime rate of 401 local areas in Pembrokeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parcyduard, Newport, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-04-28 | £193,089 |
| Parcyduard, Newport, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2018-12-04 | £83,709 |
| Carreg Cyd, Newport, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-11-15 | £208,987 |
| Parcglas Bach, Newport, Pembrokeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2017-10-12 | £705,000 |
| Parcglas Bach, Newport, Pembrokeshire Other, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2017-10-12 | £612,645 |
SA42 0QU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
SA42 0QU 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 SA42 0QU 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 | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bro Ingli Long Street , Newport SA42 0TL | - not rated | 1,238 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanychllwydog Pontfaen , Fishguard SA65 9SE | - not rated | 5,339 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blas at Fronlas | Fron Las Market Street | 930 yd | |
| Tides Kitchen & Wine Bar | Fountain House Market Street | 930 yd | |
| The Canteen | The Canteen Market Street | 930 yd | |
| Tyddyn | Old Sessions House East Street | 1,055 yd | |
| Cnapan Restaurant | Cnapan Restaurant & Hotel East Street | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak West Street | 863 yd | |
| Castle Inn | Castle Hotel Bridge Street | 915 yd | |
| Golden Lion | Golden Lion Hotel East Street | 1,055 yd | |
| Llwyngwair Arms | Llwyngwair Arms East Street | 1,055 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| 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 | 42.9% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.