NP18 1AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.1km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.
For serious buyers, NP18 1AZ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 71% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k. 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 1AZ are sourced from Output Area W00008440 (shared with 51 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, NP18 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, NP18 1AZ.
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 1AZ 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP18 1AZ. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 550,000
1 sales · Mean £ 550,000
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
Terraced
£ 194,500
2 sales · Mean £ 194,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP18 1AZ has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. 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 Shop0.3 km
- Morrison Daily0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Ship0.5 km
- The Ship0.5 km
- Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.5 km
- The Goldcroft0.3 km
- The Red Lion0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Coffiology0.2 km
- Red Fort0.2 km
- Coffiology0.2 km
- Red Fort0.2 km
- Caerleon Village Bakery0.2 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Prince of Caerleon0.3 km
- Prince Of Caerleon0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent3.7 km
- Cwmbran6.6 km
- Pye Corner6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Caerleon Museum0.1 km
- Caerleon Town Hall0.1 km
- Caerleon PO0.2 km
- Goldcroft Common0.2 km
- Westgate Court0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP181AZ · Data under Open Government Licence