Forton Road is in Newport and in The Wrekin district. TF10 7JR is located in the Newport North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forton Road, Newport, TF10 7JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF10 7JS, TF10 7JT, TF10 7LW, TF10 7JU, TF10 7LP, TF10 7JZ, TF10 7LR, TF10 7JX, TF10 7SL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TF10 7JR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 52.2% | 52.2% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 47.8% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 TF10 7JR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 17.1% | 19.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 60.1% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.1% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 43.9% | 48.3% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 36.3% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 14.1% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 7.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 13.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.2% | 43.4% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 94.6% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 97% | 92.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 92.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forton Road was 13.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% lower than the Newport East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Forton Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Newport East and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Forton Road, Newport, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-03-04 | £260,092 |
| 57 Forton Road, Newport, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2023-11-01 | £262,925 |
| 55 Forton Road, Newport, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2022-09-13 | £280,478 |
| 59 Forton Road, Newport, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2020-04-16 | £299,494 |
| 45 Forton Road, Newport, Wrekin Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-11-29 | £287,222 |
TF10 7JR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 TF10 7JR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School Coppice Drive , TF10 7HU | 4out of 4 | 307 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Avenue Road , TF10 7EA | 3out of 4 | 1,299 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Infant School Granville Avenue , TF10 7DX | 4out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield Primary School Wellington Road , TF10 7QU | 4out of 4 | 1,694 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Aston Infant School Church Aston , TF10 9JN | 3out of 4 | 2,372 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haberdashers' Adams High Street , TF10 7BD | 4out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Burton Borough School Audley Avenue , TF10 7DS | 2out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Girls' High School Academy Wellington Road , TF10 7HL | 4out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle House School Chetwynd End , TF10 7JE | - not rated | 482 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Adams University , TF10 8NB | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Baptist Church | Newport Baptist Church Water Lane | 645 yd | |
| The Hub | 139 High Street | 718 yd | |
| Shimla Tandoori Restaurant | 22A St Marys Street | 790 yd | |
| Pretty puds newport | 74 High Street | 836 yd | |
| Pathways tea rooms and gift shop | 2, Market Mews St Marys Street | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Rugby Club | Forton Road | 132 yd | |
| Kings Head | The Kings Head Inn Chetwynd End | 423 yd | |
| The Swan Inn | 4 Lower Bar | 672 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 2 Stafford Road | 790 yd | |
| Fusion Cocktail & Wine Bar Ltd | Stafford Street | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wan Loi Limited | 97 High Street | 794 yd | |
| Jones Fish And Chip Shop | 43 - 43A Audley Road | 816 yd | |
| Wok N Roll | 11 St Marys Street | 826 yd | |
| Rajas Kebab House | 72 High Street | 839 yd | |
| Zachs Plaice | 77 High Street | 865 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter And St Paul Catholic Primary School COPPICE DRIVE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Newport Swimming Pool NEWPORT SWIMMING POOL NEWPORT SWIMMING POOL VICTORIA PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 529 yd |
| Norbroom Park Vineyard Road | cycling, grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Newport (Salop) Rugby Union Football Club FORTON ROAD | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Adams Grammar School HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 869 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.