NP18 1BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tram Road, 0.4km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NP18, NP18 1BZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k, down 36.6% 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 1BZ are sourced from Output Area W00008436 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TRAM ROAD, NP18 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TRAM ROAD, NP18 1BZ.
304
47
£ 44,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP18 1BZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP18 1BZ spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 36.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP18 1BZ. The average age is 46.9. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
3 sales · Mean £ 292,166
Detached
£ 238,000
1 sales · Mean £ 238,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP18 1BZ has low crime rates — 26 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 Caerllion0.5 km
- Caerleon Post Office0.5 km
- Goldcroft Local Shop0.2 km
- Morrison Daily0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Ship0.8 km
- The Ship0.8 km
- Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.2 km
- The Goldcroft0.2 km
- The Red Lion0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Coffiology0.5 km
- Red Fort0.4 km
- Coffiology0.5 km
- Red Fort0.4 km
- Caerleon Village Bakery0.3 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Prince of Caerleon0.2 km
- Prince Of Caerleon0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent4.1 km
- Cwmbran6.4 km
- Pye Corner7.0 km
Bus Stops
- East Lynne Gardens0.1 km
- East Lynne Gardens0.2 km
- Broadwalk0.2 km
- Goldcroft Common0.2 km
- Arthur Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP181BZ · Data under Open Government Licence