Alway facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alway |
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 Alway
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| Population | 8,573 (2019 census) |
| Language | English Cymraeg (Welsh) |
| OS grid reference | ST339881 |
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| Country | Wales |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | NEWPORT |
| Postcode district | NP19 8,9 |
| Dialling code | 01633 Maindee exchange |
| Ambulance | Welsh |
| EU Parliament | Wales |
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Alway is a part of the city of Newport in Wales. It is known as an electoral district, also called a ward. This means it's an area that elects its own representatives to the local council. Alway is also a "community," which is a local area with its own identity.
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What is Alway?
Alway is a special area within Newport. It's both an electoral ward and a community. This means people living here vote for their local leaders. It also means Alway has a strong local identity.
Where is Alway Located?
Alway is in the eastern part of Newport. It has clear boundaries that help define it.
- To the south, you'll find the Great Western Main Line. This is a major railway line.
- To the west, the area is bordered by Windsor Road, Chepstow Road, and Beechwood Road.
- The M4 motorway forms the northern boundary. This is a big highway.
- To the east, the boundary follows a line through streets like Glanwern Grove and Ringland Circle.
Who Manages Alway?
The area of Alway is looked after by the Newport City Council. This council is like the local government for Newport. They make decisions about things like schools, parks, and local services for everyone in the city, including Alway.
Places in Alway
The Alway ward includes several interesting places. It's not just one neighborhood.
The Alway Estate
The main part of this area is the Alway Estate itself. This is a residential area where many people live.
Somerton and Beechwood
Alway also includes the area called Somerton. You can also find the eastern edges of Beechwood here. This part of Beechwood is close to Beechwood Park, a nice green space.
Ladyhill Reservoir
A very important feature in Alway is Ladyhill Reservoir. This is a large facility that stores treated water. It holds about 22.5 million liters of water! This reservoir helps supply clean drinking water to the eastern parts of Newport city.
