NP16 5BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fair View, 0.6km from Bulwark in Chepstow. Administratively it sits within Chepstow Castle and Larkfield ward and the Monmouth constituency.
For serious buyers, NP16 5BX is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £397k, down 8.3% year-on-year. 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 5BX are sourced from Output Area W00008131 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAIR VIEW, NP16 5BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIR VIEW, NP16 5BX.
273
59
£ 38,700 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP16 5BX 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 96% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, NP16 5BX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £397k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP16 5BX. The average age is 59.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 370,000
12 sales · Mean £ 354,829
Terraced
£ 399,995
1 sales · Mean £ 399,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP16 5BX has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Greggs0.5 km
- MRH Chepstow (BP)0.5 km
- Greggs0.5 km
- MRH Chepstow (BP)0.5 km
- Chepstow Community Fridge1.0 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Two Rivers0.5 km
- The Two Rivers0.5 km
- Wyelands Estate0.9 km
- Wyelands Estate0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Chepstow Athletic Club0.3 km
- Chepstow Town Football Club0.5 km
- Chepstow Athletic Club0.3 km
- Chepstow Town Football Club0.5 km
- Burnt Barn Community - Clwb Cymdeithasol0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- New Garden1.0 km
- New Garden1.0 km
- Chatterbox Cafe0.5 km
- Efes BBQ Kebab0.5 km
- O Yes Pizza0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Chang Le0.5 km
- Subway0.5 km
- Chang Le0.5 km
- Subway0.5 km
- Green Chilli1.0 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl Store0.5 km
- Lidl Store0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chepstow1.2 km
- Caldicot7.5 km
- Severn Beach8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Paddock0.1 km
- Chepstow Cemetery0.1 km
- Brunel Road0.2 km
- Mathern Road0.2 km
- High Beech0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP165BX · Data under Open Government Licence