NP16 5BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Newport Road, 0.7km from Hardwick Village in Chepstow. Administratively it sits within Mount Pleasant ward and the Monmouth constituency.
For families considering a move, NP16 5BB represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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. 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 NP16 5BB are sourced from Output Area W00009816 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWPORT ROAD, NP16 5BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWPORT ROAD, NP16 5BB.
258
50
£ 52,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP16 5BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NP16 5BB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 89% 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 NP16 5BB. The average age is 49.5. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
NP16 5BB has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Bargain Booze0.9 km
- Londis0.9 km
- Bargain Booze0.9 km
- Londis0.9 km
- Talafigo1.0 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Wyelands Estate0.8 km
- Wyelands Estate0.8 km
- The Two Rivers0.4 km
- The Two Rivers0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Chatterbox Cafe0.9 km
- Efes BBQ Kebab0.8 km
- O Yes Pizza0.8 km
- Chatterbox Cafe0.9 km
- Efes BBQ Kebab0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl Store0.9 km
- Lidl Store0.9 km
- Marks and Spencer1.0 km
- Marks and Spencer1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Eastern Flavas0.8 km
- Kibbys Fish Bar0.8 km
- Wonder Food0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Chepstow Conservative Club1.0 km
- The Queens Head Micro Pub1.0 km
- Chepstow Athletic Club0.6 km
- Chepstow Conservative Club1.0 km
- Chepstow Town Football Club0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chepstow1.2 km
- Caldicot7.5 km
- Severn Tunnel Junction8.4 km
Bus Stops
- High Beech0.2 km
- Larkfield Garage0.2 km
- Larkfield Garage0.2 km
- Paddock0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP165BB · Data under Open Government Licence