NP12 0AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodville Terrace, 0.4km from Argoed in Caerphilly. Administratively it sits within Argoed ward and the Islwyn constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.2% year-on-year. 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 0AP are sourced from Output Area W00006994 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODVILLE TERRACE, NP12 0AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODVILLE TERRACE, NP12 0AP.
392
45
£ 38,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP12 0AP 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
No single demographic signal dominates NP12 0AP — age 45, 81% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £133k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 26.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP12 0AP. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 124,000
13 sales · Mean £ 121,153
Semi-Detached
£ 106,500
3 sales · Mean £ 110,188
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP12 0AP has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.1 km
- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.2 km
- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.2 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Poundland1.0 km
- Poundland1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gilfach Fargoed2.6 km
- Bargoed2.6 km
- Brithdir3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Woodville Terrace0.0 km
- Woodville Terrace0.1 km
- Penylan Junction0.1 km
- Penylan Junction0.2 km
- Sunny View0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NP120AP · Data under Open Government Licence