Postcode Analysis Torfaen, Wales

BEECH CLOSE, NP44 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECH CLOSE, NP44 1BP.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NP44 1BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

NP44 1BP has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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NP44 1BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beech Close, 0.2km from Lowlands in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NP44 1BP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1BP are sourced from Output Area W00007937 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP44 1BP. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Flat

£ 85,500

4 sales · Mean £ 85,862

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

NP44 1BP has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order7
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Gelynos Frostbites1.0 km
  • Pontnewydd Bakery0.6 km
  • Pontnewydd News0.6 km
  • Pontnewydd Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Gelynos Frostbites1.0 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Clwb y Gweithwyr Pontnewydd0.8 km
  • RAFA Cwmbrân Cangen 1209 1.0 km
  • Tafarn Oddfellows Arms0.6 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.6 km
  • Pontnewydd Workingmens Club0.8 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Best Kebab0.6 km
  • China Palace0.6 km
  • Saffron Kitchen0.6 km
  • Best Kebab0.6 km
  • China Palace0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities0.9 km
  • Cwtch Cafe0.7 km
  • Ambito Cwmbran Day Opportunities0.9 km
  • Cwtch Cafe0.7 km
  • Balti King0.6 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cwmbran1.4 km
  • Pontypool and New Inn3.9 km
  • Newbridge7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross Keys0.1 km
  • Cross Keys0.1 km
  • Pontnewydd Recreation Ground0.3 km
  • Ty Trappa0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Recreation Ground0.3 km