NP12 0DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Penmaen in Oakdale. Administratively it sits within Penmaen ward and the Islwyn constituency.
For families considering a move, NP12 0DL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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: With prices averaging £131k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0DL are sourced from Output Area W00007290 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NP12 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP12 0DL.
612
38
£ 39,900 /yr
53%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP12 0DL spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. 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 0DL. The average age is 38.4. 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
£ 131,750
4 sales · Mean £ 146,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP12 0DL has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Blackwood Unique Fitness Centre1.0 km
- Blackwood Unique Fitness Centre1.0 km
- Kismet Tea Room1.0 km
- Kismet Tea Room1.0 km
- Oakdale Christian Centre - Fareshare0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Clwb Rygbi y Coed Duon0.9 km
- Blackwood RFC0.9 km
- Moose International0.9 km
- Islwyn Masonic Hall0.8 km
- New Bungalow Club0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Bistro 80.9 km
- Bistro 80.9 km
- Le Cafe1.0 km
- KFC0.8 km
- Le Cafe1.0 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- The House of Cake1.0 km
- The House of Cake1.0 km
- 54 Street Kitchen0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- New Red Chilli0.9 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Jasmine View0.9 km
- Jasmine View0.9 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Farmfoods0.8 km
- Farm Foods0.8 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Asda0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbridge3.0 km
- Gilfach Fargoed3.2 km
- Pengam3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Penmaen Post Office0.0 km
- Penmaen Post Office0.0 km
- Penmaen Chapel0.2 km
- Oakdale Terrace0.2 km
- Underwood Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP120DL · Data under Open Government Licence