NP18 1AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Broadway, 0.1km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.
For families considering a move, NP18 1AY 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 25 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 NP18 1AY are sourced from Output Area W00008440 (shared with 51 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROADWAY, NP18 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADWAY, NP18 1AY.
256
51
£ 44,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NP18 1AY 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 mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP18 1AY. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP18 1AY has low crime rates — 25 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
8 nearby- Swyddfa Bost Caerllion0.2 km
- Caerleon Post Office0.2 km
- Goldcroft Local Shop0.4 km
- Morrison Daily0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.1 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Ship0.5 km
- The Ship0.5 km
- St Julians Inn0.9 km
- St Julians Inn0.9 km
- Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.6 km
- + 5 more
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
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Prince of Caerleon0.4 km
- Prince Of Caerleon0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent3.6 km
- Pye Corner6.6 km
- Cwmbran6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Caerleon Museum0.1 km
- Caerleon Town Hall0.2 km
- Caerleon PO0.2 km
- Hanbury Arms0.3 km
- Hanbury Arms0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP181AY · Data under Open Government Licence