NP44 1BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highland Grove, 0.4km from Pontrhydyrun in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.
For families considering a move, NP44 1BL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k. 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 NP44 1BL are sourced from Output Area W00007934 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHLAND GROVE, NP44 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHLAND GROVE, NP44 1BL.
280
44
£ 35,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP44 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 44, NP44 1BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 NP44 1BL. The average age is 44.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
Semi-Detached
£ 240,500
2 sales · Mean £ 240,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP44 1BL has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Gorsaf Lenwi Texaco0.9 km
- Mon Motors (Cwmbran) Ltd0.9 km
- Pontnewydd Bakery0.7 km
- Pontnewydd News0.7 km
- Pontnewydd Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- British Legion (Pontnewydd) Cb0.9 km
- Clwb Cymdeithasol Clwb Rygbi Cwmbrân0.9 km
- Clwb y Gweithwyr Pontnewydd0.9 km
- Tafarn Oddfellows Arms0.7 km
- British Legion (Pontnewydd) Cb0.9 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Best Kebab0.7 km
- China Palace0.7 km
- Saffron Kitchen0.7 km
- Best Kebab0.7 km
- China Palace0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities0.4 km
- Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities0.4 km
- Balti King0.6 km
- Nuffield Health0.8 km
- Trios0.6 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbran1.4 km
- Pontypool and New Inn3.5 km
- Newbridge8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lowlands Road0.1 km
- Lowlands Road0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Recreation Ground0.2 km
- Grove Park West0.2 km
- Grove Park East0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP441BL · Data under Open Government Licence