NP12 0AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Cwm-Corrwg in Caerphilly. Administratively it sits within Argoed ward and the Islwyn constituency.
For families considering a move, NP12 0AE represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NP12 0AE are sourced from Output Area W00006994 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NP12 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP12 0AE.
392
45
£ 38,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP12 0AE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
NP12 0AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP12 0AE. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
NP12 0AE has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Poundland0.5 km
- Poundland0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Maes Manor Hotel0.5 km
- Maes Manor Hotel0.5 km
- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.6 km
- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
- The Rock0.9 km
- The Rock0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gilfach Fargoed2.2 km
- Bargoed2.5 km
- Pengam3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Grwney Place0.4 km
- Sunny View0.4 km
- Fair Oak Farm0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NP120AE · Data under Open Government Licence