NP12 0BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Argoed in Argoed. Administratively it sits within Argoed ward and the Islwyn constituency.
For families considering a move, NP12 0BA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £277k. 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 0BA are sourced from Output Area W00006993 (shared with 38 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NP12 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP12 0BA.
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
No single demographic signal dominates NP12 0BA — age 40, 77% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 0BA. 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
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
Semi-Detached
£ 277,000
1 sales · Mean £ 277,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP12 0BA has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Markham & District Welfare Society0.8 km
- Markham & District Welfare Society0.8 km
- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
- Argoed Reform Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe 5010.9 km
- Cafe 5010.9 km
- The Church Inn0.6 km
- The Church Inn0.6 km
- Argoed Baptist Chapel0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- One Stop0.9 km
- One Stop0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Family Kebab House0.9 km
- Mr Chippy0.9 km
- Family Kebab House0.9 km
- Mr Chippy0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bargoed2.2 km
- Gilfach Fargoed2.4 km
- Brithdir2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Gelynos Avenue0.3 km
- Gelynos Avenue0.4 km
- Pen-y-lan Road (Top)0.4 km
- Pen-y-lan Road (Top)0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NP120BA · Data under Open Government Licence