NP12 0AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on New Road, 0.2km from Argoed in Argoed. Administratively it sits within Argoed ward and the Islwyn constituency.
For families considering a move, NP12 0AR represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% 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: Average house prices are around £181k. 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 0AR are sourced from Output Area W00006993 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW ROAD, NP12 0AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW ROAD, NP12 0AR.
472
40
£ 38,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NP12 0AR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 77% 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 0AR. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 164,950
5 sales · Mean £ 179,190
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP12 0AR 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 Ltd0.2 km
- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.3 km
- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bargoed2.6 km
- Gilfach Fargoed2.6 km
- Brithdir3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Penylan Junction0.0 km
- Penylan Junction0.1 km
- Woodville Terrace0.2 km
- Gelynos Avenue0.3 km
- Gelynos Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP120AR · Data under Open Government Licence