NP12 3XQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pengam Road, 0.3km from Glan-y-nant in Tir-y-berth and Glan-y-nant. Administratively it sits within St Cattwg ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 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 5 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 3XQ are sourced from Output Area W00007420 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENGAM ROAD, NP12 3XQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENGAM ROAD, NP12 3XQ.
411
38
£ 36,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP12 3XQ 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 3XQ — age 38, 77% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP12 3XQ. The average age is 37.9. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NP12 3XQ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- St Davids Service Station0.9 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- JJ's Stores0.9 km
- JJ's Stores0.9 km
- Cottage Loaf Bakery0.9 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Pengam Constitutional Club0.2 km
- Plough and Harrow0.8 km
- Pengam Constitutional Club0.2 km
- Plough and Harrow0.8 km
- Butters Bar0.9 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Lung Wah0.9 km
- Lung Wah0.9 km
- Marmaris Kebab House0.9 km
- Mr Wong's0.9 km
- New City0.9 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Coffee @ Style0.9 km
- Coffee @ Style0.9 km
- Brunchies0.7 km
- Brunchies0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Aldi0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pengam0.0 km
- Gilfach Fargoed1.5 km
- Bargoed2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Pengam Rail Station0.1 km
- Pengam Rail Station0.1 km
- Pengam Rail Station0.1 km
- The Square0.1 km
- Mamgu Statue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP123XQ · Data under Open Government Licence