NP22 3AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Nant-y-Bwch in Tredegar. Administratively it sits within Sirhowy ward and the Blaenau Gwent constituency.
For families considering a move, NP22 3AP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 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 NP22 3AP are sourced from Output Area W00007693 (shared with 44 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NP22 3AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP22 3AP.
385
45
£ 34,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP22 3AP spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP22 3AP. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP22 3AP has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Nags Head Inn0.1 km
- The Nine Arches0.8 km
- The Nags Head Inn0.1 km
- The Nine Arches0.8 km
- Prince Of Wales Inn1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Parc Bryn Bach0.4 km
- Poultney & Sons Ltd trading as JJ's0.3 km
- Bryn Bach Parc0.4 km
- Poultney & Sons Ltd trading as JJ's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rhymney3.0 km
- Pontlottyn4.2 km
- Ebbw Vale Town4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Nag's Head0.0 km
- Nag's Head0.0 km
- Bryn Bach Park0.2 km
- Bryn Bach Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP223AP · Data under Open Government Licence