Postcode Analysis Newport, Wales

CROSS STREET, NP18 1AN House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

230

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Avg Age

52

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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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 52, NP18 1AN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £392k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

NP18 1AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cross Street, 0.3km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £392k. 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 1AN are sourced from Output Area W00008438 (shared with 11 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 1AN. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 361,000

2 sales · Mean £ 361,000

Detached

£ 320,000

1 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

NP18 1AN has low crime rates — 22 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 behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order4
Vehicle crime2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Swyddfa Bost Caerllion0.2 km
  • Caerleon Post Office0.2 km
  • Goldcroft Local Shop0.4 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.3 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 Lion0.1 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Coffiology0.2 km
  • Los Reyes Tapas0.9 km
  • Red Fort0.2 km
  • Coffiology0.2 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 Gwent4.0 km
  • Cwmbran6.8 km
  • Pye Corner6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Arthur Street0.1 km
  • Caerleon PO0.2 km
  • Caerleon Museum0.3 km
  • Hanbury Arms0.3 km
  • Hanbury Arms0.3 km