Newport South Wales Magistrates’ Court Listings

Newport (South Wales) Magistrates' Court Listings – Daily Hearings & Case Information

Newport (South Wales) Magistrates' Court is one of the busiest magistrates' courts in Wales, serving the city of Newport and the wider Gwent region. Located on Usk Way in the heart of Newport, the court handles a high volume of criminal, civil, and motoring cases every working day. Whether you're a defendant, legal professional, journalist, or member of the public, this page provides up-to-date daily listings for cases being heard at Newport Magistrates' Court.

Newport itself is a vibrant city on the River Usk in South Wales, just 12 miles from Cardiff and 25 miles from Bristol. As the third-largest city in Wales, it serves a substantial population across Newport City Council's jurisdiction, meaning the magistrates' court plays a critical role in the local justice system. The court operates under the jurisdiction of His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) Wales and is part of the South East Wales court cluster.

Cases Heard at Newport Magistrates' Court

Newport Magistrates' Court deals with a wide range of legal proceedings. As a court of first instance for criminal matters in England and Wales, it handles summary-only offences entirely and determines whether either-way offences should be tried summarily or committed to the Crown Court. Common case types include:

• Road traffic and motoring offences, including speeding, drink-driving, and driving without insurance
• Minor assault, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour
• Theft, shoplifting, and low-value fraud cases
• Drug possession and minor drug supply offences
• Domestic violence hearings, bail applications, and remand hearings
• Fixed penalty notice hearings and TV licence prosecutions
• Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases dealt with by a single magistrate on the papers
• Youth court sittings for defendants aged 10–17

More serious indictable offences — such as serious assault, robbery, or sexual offences — are heard initially at Newport Magistrates' Court before being sent to Cardiff Magistrates' Court catchment area or committed to Newport Crown Court at Faulkner Road for trial or sentencing.

Court Address, Contact Details & Opening Hours

Address

Newport (South Wales) Magistrates' Court
Usk Way
Newport
NP20 2GE

Contact Numbers

• General Enquiries: 0330 808 4407 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm; Saturday, 8:00am – 2:00pm)
• Welsh Language Enquiries: 0300 303 5178
• Single Justice Service: 0300 303 0656 (Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm)
• Fines Enquiries: 0300 123 9252
• Fine Payments: 0300 790 9980
• Witness Service: 0300 332 1282

Email

• General: [email protected]
• Criminal enquiries: [email protected]
• Single Justice Service: [email protected]

Opening Hours

Newport Magistrates' Court is open for court hearings only. The building is not open to the public outside of scheduled hearing times. It is advisable to check your listing time before visiting and arrive at least 15 minutes in advance. Saturday sittings do occasionally take place for custody cases and remands.

Getting to Newport Magistrates' Court

By Train

Newport Railway Station (Newport, South Wales) is approximately a 10–15 minute walk from the court on Usk Way. The station is served by regular services from Cardiff Central (approx. 12 minutes), Bristol Parkway (approx. 25 minutes), and London Paddington (approx. 1 hour 45 minutes) via Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales.

By Bus

Several Newport Bus services stop near the court and in the city centre. Newport Bus Station on Queensway is a short walk away and connects to routes across Newport City and the surrounding Gwent valleys, including Cwmbran, Caerleon, and Pontypool.

By Car

Newport is easily accessible from the M4 motorway (Junction 27 for Newport East or Junction 26 for city centre). Parking is available at nearby NCP car parks and on-street parking on surrounding roads. The court does not have its own dedicated public car park, so visitors are advised to use city centre parking facilities nearby.

About Newport & the Gwent Court Area

Newport is one of Wales's most historically significant cities, home to the Transporter Bridge (a Grade I listed structure and one of only eight in the world), the Newport Wetlands nature reserve, and the ruins of Newport Castle on the banks of the River Usk. The city has a rich Chartist history — the Newport Rising of 1839, one of the last armed insurrections in Britain, took place here. Today, Newport is a growing urban hub with a population of around 157,000, and its magistrates' court reflects the diverse and active caseload of an expanding South Wales city.

The court serves communities across Newport City Council's boundaries, including Pill, Ringland, Bettws, Rogerstone, Lliswerry, and St Julians. Cases originating from Gwent Police arrests and fixed penalty notices issued across the Newport policing area are heard here. Nearby courts in the same HMCTS Wales cluster include Cwmbran Magistrates' Court, which also serves the Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if I have a hearing at Newport Magistrates' Court?

You can check today's Newport Magistrates' Court listings on this page. Daily lists are updated and show defendant names, case numbers, courtroom allocations, and hearing times. You can also contact the court directly on 0330 808 4407 during office hours.

Can members of the public attend hearings at Newport Magistrates' Court?

Yes. Magistrates' courts in England and Wales are open to the public unless a specific hearing has been held in private (in camera). Newport Magistrates' Court at Usk Way has a public gallery. You should check the daily listings for courtroom numbers before attending.

What is the Single Justice Procedure at Newport Magistrates' Court?

The Single Justice Procedure (SJP) allows a single magistrate to deal with minor, non-imprisonable offences — such as TV licence evasion or low-level motoring offences — without the defendant having to appear in court. These cases are handled on paper. If you receive an SJP notice, you can respond online or contact the SJP Centre on 0300 303 0656.

Does Newport Magistrates' Court deal with cases in Welsh?

Yes. Under the Welsh Language Act and HMCTS Wales policy, defendants and witnesses have the right to use the Welsh language in court proceedings in Wales. Welsh-language services and interpretation are available at Newport Magistrates' Court. For Welsh-language enquiries, call 0300 303 5178.

What happens if my case is sent from Newport Magistrates' Court to Crown Court?

If your case is sent or committed to the Crown Court, it will typically be heard at Newport Crown Court, located at The Law Courts, Faulkner Road, Newport, NP20 4PR. You will be given a notice of transfer or sending with your new hearing date.