Postcode Analysis Newport, Wales

CROSS STREET, NP18 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSS STREET, NP18 1AF.

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Population

256

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 44,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

NP18 1AF is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 18.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NP18 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cross Street, 0.1km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.

For families considering a move, NP18 1AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, down 18.1% 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 NP18 1AF are sourced from Output Area W00008440 (shared with 51 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP18 1AF. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 307,500

2 sales · Mean £ 307,500

Flat

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

Detached

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

NP18 1AF has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences18
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order4
Vehicle crime2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Swyddfa Bost Caerllion0.1 km
  • Caerleon Post Office0.1 km
  • Goldcroft Local Shop0.4 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Goldcroft Local Shop0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Ship0.4 km
  • The Ship0.4 km
  • Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.6 km
  • The Goldcroft0.4 km
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Coffiology0.1 km
  • Los Reyes Tapas0.9 km
  • Red Fort0.0 km
  • Coffiology0.1 km
  • Los Reyes Tapas0.9 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Prince of Caerleon0.4 km
  • Prince Of Caerleon0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newport Gwent3.8 km
  • Cwmbran6.8 km
  • Pye Corner6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Caerleon PO0.1 km
  • Caerleon Museum0.2 km
  • Hanbury Arms0.2 km
  • Hanbury Arms0.2 km
  • Arthur Street0.2 km