Newport

Newport is a multi-cultural city, with its own unique atmosphere. It has a population of 156,447 and covers a geographical area of 73.5 square miles.

The Borough has some of the country’s highest levels of social deprivation sitting next to some of those with the greatest affluence, in some instances just a walking distance apart.

Newport has an ageing population, with an increase of 8.6% seen in the over 65s between 2011 and 2015. This increase is set to continue, with an estimated population projection to 37,241 by 2039, which will account for almost a quarter of the population.

Newport has two Neighbourhood Care Networks (NCNs):

Newport East

Newport East has a population of approximately 78,184 residents. There are 9 GP practices within the area with varying states of deprivation and affluency. There are also 7 Dental practices, 7 Optometrists and 15 Community Pharmacies within the area. 

Newport West

The Newport West NCN is led by Dr Susan Thomas, who also works as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in General Practice. The Newport West NCN is comprised of 7 main practices which together have a combined registered population of 80,692. There are also 9 optometrists, 5 dental practices and 12 Community pharmacies situated within Newport West NCN.

The Newport NCN Integrated Medium Term Plan (IMTP) 2026-2029 can be found here.